Now Strike Archery Ltd reviews

Jonathan Howell reviewed: Arrow smithing (full day)

"On Thursday 18th December, I spent a thoroughly enjoyable day under the expert tuition of Adam Jenkins creating mediaeval arrow-heads. For me it was an historical way 'in' to my first - and I hope not last - experience of 'blacksmithing'. Adam led me step-by-confident-step through the process, while we talked about the history of blacksmithing and the use of bows and swords in the past and their portrayal in films, theatre and television. I cannot recommend a day with Adam highly enough."

Now Strike Archery Ltd responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Jonathan, it was a real pleasure to spend a day with you in the forge - your arrow heads were excellent too. Really glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience including all the geeky chat - hope to see you again soon Adam"

Alex reviewed: Blacksmithing taster days (half day)

"This was such a great experience. I left with new skills and am already thinking about how I can establish a small forge somewhere. I recommend this to anyone; very accessible, very fun, and Adam is a great tutor."

Now Strike Archery Ltd responded:

"Thank you so much Alex, I am really pleased that you enjoyed yourself and certainly hope to see you again soon Best wishes Adam"

Debs reviewed: Blacksmithing taster days (half day)

"I did this course with my friend. Only two other people on the session & so we got a lot of experience & information as well as help. We throughly enjoyed the few hours & would highly recommend. Don't just think about it, book it. You won't regret it & get to take home a piece that is hand made by you. "

Tom Smart reviewed: Blacksmith experience day: Make a BBQ Fork

"I had a great day with Adam, 3 or less participants, easy to find. Adam is very friendly and knowledgeable. He explained all health and safety aspects and all the smithing steps involved in making our toasting fork. Very hands on course, and can get very physical during the day with the amount of hammering to be done. Adam always on hand to guide and assist. At the end of the day I did feel I had achieved something, I made a toasting fork and appreciate a bit more of what’s involved. I would certainly recommend this day. "

Alex Nutley reviewed: Blacksmithing taster days (half day)

"Fantastic experience and very insightful, perfect for those with an intrest in blacksmithing as you learn important things and safty tips that online videos dont say or show. Hightly recommended as i want to come back and do all the other days Also side note, it is a hot forge but in winter it is not a hot room."

Alan Golding reviewed: Blacksmithing taster days (half day)

"Adam was a very good instructor. He explained every thing fully in a very friendly and helpful manner. Would recommend the course to anyone who wants to have a go at Blacksmithing "

Zoe reviewed: Blacksmithing taster days (half day)

"Bought a half day course as a gift for my partner who had a brilliant time - he's planning on going for a full day later this year. Great booking service, quick to answer questions and an excellent experience on the day."

Now Strike Archery Ltd responded:

"Thank you Zoe, I’m very pleased that Darren had a great time and enjoyed the course. See you again soon! Adam"

Nicky reviewed: Introduction to Bow Making - one day course

"Greg(g?) was an excellent teacher - clear instruction and good encouragement. Allowed us to do as much of the work as possible which is appreciated; being a teacher in the woodwork area myself I know how difficult it is not to jump in and take over! Tools were sharp. Would love to do another course, really nice friendly environment. "

Now Strike Archery Ltd responded:

"Thank you Nicky we are so pleased you enjoyed yourself and will make sure that Greg receives your kind words and will look forward to seeing you again! "

Liam reviewed: Arrow smithing (full day)

"Excellent day making arrowheads, Greg was a fantastic teacher despite me having no experience with a forge I was able to walk away with several bodkins to shoot on my next batch of arrows!"

Catherine reviewed: Blacksmithing taster days (half day)

"My son took part in a half day workshop making a drink holder and bottle opener. He's only 15 and wanted to see if Blacksmithing was something for him. He really enjoyed the whole experience and was very pleased with the end result too. The course was very well organised and he learnt lots of new skills. It gave him just a taste of something he now wants to take further. We will be booking a 1 day course some time soon. 100% recommend this experience!"

Henry reviewed: Arrow making: Master Fletching

"Really great day learning a whole variety of skills, from smithing to fletching. Fantastic tutor, well planned day, all materials included and full of interesting facts!"

Dave Cassell reviewed: Longbow making - two days

"Brilliant couple of days! Tuition and guidance was spot on - always there when I needed it but let me get on by myself so that I now have great satisfaction that I have created this beautiful longbow with my own hands. I went and practised with it yesterday for the first time and am delighted with the way it performs. Will definitely be back to do more with these guys."

Joss Goodhew reviewed: Longbow making - two days

"I had three days with Now Strike Archery making a Longbow and some arrows and I absolutely loved it. To make my own bow and arrow has been a dream ever since childhood. So take a high quality Longbow and arrows home with you to cherish and admire for many years is fantastic. As well as making the bow and arrows you learn so many interesting facts and allot of history around Archers. You really never stop learning during the course. All testament to the hugely friendly and attentive team at Now Strike Archery. A huge thank you to Tom for all the skills and knowledge I learned from him as well as his generosity with his own time to ensure I completed the brilliant items I made. The team at Now Strike archery are friendly, attentive, full of passion and knowledge in there field which made them a pleasure to work with. They supply you with all the Tea and Coffee you need as well as a great selection of sandwiches for lunch. I would highly recommend this course to anyone that enjoys working with there hands. Especially if you enjoy working with wood and definitely if you have any interest in archery and the history of the English Longbow."

John reviewed: Longbow making - two days

"Tom and James were brilliant instructors, they've taught me a lot, I'll never see a bow in the same light again. The time flew by, I started with a laminated stave and two days later I'm loosing with a bow I've made. I'll be spreading your name far and wide lads, still can't stop grinning."

Ethan reviewed: Longbow making - two days

"Absolutely amazing weekend! Started with a chunk of wood and ended up shooting my own hand made long bow. Tom and James are fantastic tutors, patient and explained everything in such a way I knew exactly what I was doing. They have a huge amount of knowledge and I learnt so much more than just how to make a bow! I am already planning on returning to do one of the arrow making courses... I would recommend this course to anyone and go again given half the chance.. A custom made long bow can easily set you back over £300 and here you get to make your own custom bow and have dinner thrown in as a bonus! I would give them 10 stars if I could, great job Guys.. Thank you!"

Nicolas reviewed: Longbow making - two days

"Fantastic weekend, started with just a glued stave and by Sunday lunch I had longbow tillered, strung and shooting, Tom is a great instructor he explains nice and clearly what you need to do and helps you out if you look like you're about to do something you shouldn't then puts you back on track, the two days flew by but was one of the best weekend projects I've done, I'll be saving up to do it again sometime."

keith reviewed: Longbow making - two days

"what a great two days, its hard work in a way, but once you have the bow in your hand and you are shooting it everything goes by the wayside, and if you have any problems they help you in a way that you feel that you have not done anything wrong, also you seem to learn a bit of history about archery would I do it again YES"