Oldfield Forge Experience Days

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Dagger making for two in the blacksmith's forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£199.50

Time to get your hands dirty and let the sparks fly as you make your very own dagger! Discover the untold secrets of the art of blacksmithing at Oldfield Forge. Set in the very heart of the Herefordshire countryside our expert blacksmiths will guide you through each stage. Work as a team to make your very own dagger or small sword. This gift experiences allows (almost) everyone to participate – from the intrigued novice right through to those with some existing proficiency, and enables them to test their metal-working skills....

Time to get your hands dirty and let the sparks fly as you make your very own dagger! Discover the untold secrets of the art of blacksmithing at Oldfield Forge....

Silver AWARD

Dagger making for two in the blacksmith's forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£199.50

Time to get your hands dirty and let the sparks fly as you make your very own dagger! Discover the untold secrets of the art of blacksmithing at Oldfield Forge. Set in the very heart of the Herefordshire countryside our expert blacksmiths will guide you through each stage. Work as a team to make your very own dagger or small sword. This gift experiences allows (almost) everyone to participate – from the intrigued novice right through to those with some existing proficiency, and enables them to test their metal-working skills....

Time to get your hands dirty and let the sparks fly as you make your very own dagger! Discover the untold secrets of the art of blacksmithing at Oldfield Forge....

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Blacksmith forging & tasting experience

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£93.60

Join us for three hours of forging, followed by a tour of either Hillside Brewery or Weston’s Cider. Experience the life of a traditional blacksmith at our specialist forge in the very heart of rural Herefordshire. Oldfield Forge Academy is dedicated to teaching you time-honoured blacksmithing skills and techniques. During your three-hour experience at Oldfield Forge Academy we will help you to forge your very own bottle opener to complement your subsequent tour and tasting experience. Do not worry, nobody leaves us without firstly completing their opener before heading to...

Join us for three hours of forging, followed by a tour of either Hillside Brewery or Weston’s Cider. Experience the life of a traditional blacksmith at our specialist forge in...

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Blacksmithing taster experience (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£67.20

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy three hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team. We tailor the day to suit each of our guests – from absolute beginners through to those who have had previous experience. Children from the age of 7 years are welcome to the forge to try out life as a blacksmith. Experience a traditional craft and become a blacksmith for a day at Oldfield Forge. A specialist forge set in...

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy three hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team....

Silver AWARD

Blacksmithing taster experience (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£67.20

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy three hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team. We tailor the day to suit each of our guests – from absolute beginners through to those who have had previous experience. Children from the age of 7 years are welcome to the forge to try out life as a blacksmith. Experience a traditional craft and become a blacksmith for a day at Oldfield Forge. A specialist forge set in...

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy three hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team....

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Couples blacksmithing experience: five hours in the forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£178.50

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork you can take home and cherish forever. We tailor the day to suit each and every one of our guests. Our friendly team will support you through your time as a blacksmith, promising to add charm and laughter in a very relaxed environment. During your time with us you can choose to either work together and make something for the home or garden or, if you prefer, compete to...

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork you can take home and cherish forever. We tailor...

Silver AWARD

Couples blacksmithing experience: five hours in the forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£178.50

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork you can take home and cherish forever. We tailor the day to suit each and every one of our guests. Our friendly team will support you through your time as a blacksmith, promising to add charm and laughter in a very relaxed environment. During your time with us you can choose to either work together and make something for the home or garden or, if you prefer, compete to...

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork you can take home and cherish forever. We tailor...

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Couples blacksmithing experience: three hours in the forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£134.40

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork to take home and cherish forever. Work together or compete to see who is the best blacksmith as you and your date (or good friend!) enjoy a stress-free experience in the art of bespoke ironwork. You will enjoy a day full of laughter and fun, making it the perfect way to celebrate an anniversary or even to simply make lasting memories together. Whether it is personal keepsakes or something...

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork to take home and cherish forever. Work together or...

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Couples blacksmithing experience: three hours in the forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£134.40

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork to take home and cherish forever. Work together or compete to see who is the best blacksmith as you and your date (or good friend!) enjoy a stress-free experience in the art of bespoke ironwork. You will enjoy a day full of laughter and fun, making it the perfect way to celebrate an anniversary or even to simply make lasting memories together. Whether it is personal keepsakes or something...

This one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your partner to learn a traditional craft and make a beautiful bespoke piece of ironwork to take home and cherish forever. Work together or...

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Damascus / pattern welded knife making - two days in the forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£433.12

A two-day knife making experience that will cover the basics of making pattern-welded steel or more commonly known as Damascus steel. Knives have of course been made by blacksmiths for hundreds of years. We are dedicated to sharing our passion, knowledge and experience of this centuries-old craft, keeping these skills and traditions alive. Our expert team will guide and support you through each process in the design and forging of your own pattern-welded knife. This package is aimed at those who do have an element of knowledge and do like...

A two-day knife making experience that will cover the basics of making pattern-welded steel or more commonly known as Damascus steel. Knives have of course been made by blacksmiths for...

Silver AWARD

Damascus / pattern welded knife making - two days in the forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£433.12

A two-day knife making experience that will cover the basics of making pattern-welded steel or more commonly known as Damascus steel. Knives have of course been made by blacksmiths for hundreds of years. We are dedicated to sharing our passion, knowledge and experience of this centuries-old craft, keeping these skills and traditions alive. Our expert team will guide and support you through each process in the design and forging of your own pattern-welded knife. This package is aimed at those who do have an element of knowledge and do like...

A two-day knife making experience that will cover the basics of making pattern-welded steel or more commonly known as Damascus steel. Knives have of course been made by blacksmiths for...

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Decorative sword activity - five hours in the forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£357

Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? £357.00 for a group of 4 people. Our sword making package has gone international and we welcome visitors from ALL over the world. We offer a number of ways for you to come and visit the forge to design and craft your very own sword. Our swords may not be made from Valyrian steel as featured on Games of Thrones. However your journey in crafting one will be remembered...

Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? £357.00 for a group of 4 people. Our sword...

Silver AWARD

Decorative sword activity - five hours in the forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£357

Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? £357.00 for a group of 4 people. Our sword making package has gone international and we welcome visitors from ALL over the world. We offer a number of ways for you to come and visit the forge to design and craft your very own sword. Our swords may not be made from Valyrian steel as featured on Games of Thrones. However your journey in crafting one will be remembered...

Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? £357.00 for a group of 4 people. Our sword...

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Forge your own axe head in the blacksmith's forge (full day)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£199.50

This is a fantastic seven hours of fun and learning, taught in a relaxed and friendly environment. This is a one day course and one of our most difficult packages. Our expert team of blacksmiths will guide you through each process in the design and forging of your own unique axe head. The day runs for approximately seven hours and so is not for the faint-hearted! Set in the beautiful rural countryside our forge is located at Garway Hill in South Herefordshire. We run axe-making courses all year round in...

This is a fantastic seven hours of fun and learning, taught in a relaxed and friendly environment. This is a one day course and one of our most difficult packages....

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Forging for fun! 5 hours at the Blacksmith's forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£89.25

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy five hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team. We tailor the day to suit each of our guests – from absolute beginners through to those who have had previous experience. Children from the age of 7 years are welcome to the forge to try out life as a blacksmith. Experience a traditional craft and become a blacksmith for a day at Oldfield Forge. A specialist forge set in...

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy five hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team....

Silver AWARD

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Forging for fun! 5 hours in the Blacksmith's forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£89.25

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy five hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team. We tailor the day to suit each of our guests – from absolute beginners through to those who have had previous experience. Children from the age of 7 years are welcome to the forge to try out life as a blacksmith. Experience a traditional craft and become a blacksmith for a day at Oldfield Forge. A specialist forge set in...

Our ‘Just For Fun’ forging experience is one to be ticked off your bucket list! You can enjoy five hours of blacksmithing with a fully trained member of our team....

Silver AWARD

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Knife making in the bladesmith's forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£157.50

Make a traditional knife in our rural Herefordshire forge and discover the fundamentals of bladesmithing. This is a one-day knife-making course designed for both beginners and those who have prior experience of blacksmithing. Our expert team will guide and support you through each process in the design and forging of your own unique knife. Discover the fundamentals of knife-making and learn the traditional techniques involved. Whilst your blade is annealing you can enjoy lunch either in the open air in our picnic area or, if you prefer, take advantage of...

Make a traditional knife in our rural Herefordshire forge and discover the fundamentals of bladesmithing. This is a one-day knife-making course designed for both beginners and those who have prior...

Silver AWARD

Knife making in the bladesmith's forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£157.50

Make a traditional knife in our rural Herefordshire forge and discover the fundamentals of bladesmithing. This is a one-day knife-making course designed for both beginners and those who have prior experience of blacksmithing. Our expert team will guide and support you through each process in the design and forging of your own unique knife. Discover the fundamentals of knife-making and learn the traditional techniques involved. Whilst your blade is annealing you can enjoy lunch either in the open air in our picnic area or, if you prefer, take advantage of...

Make a traditional knife in our rural Herefordshire forge and discover the fundamentals of bladesmithing. This is a one-day knife-making course designed for both beginners and those who have prior...

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Make your very own wedding cake knife and slice in the blacksmith's forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£357

Why not make your very own wedding cake knife and slice? Dare to be different with this amazing experience and impress your guests when it comes to cutting the wedding cake! This is much more than your normal experience day! You can see, touch, smell and experience the life of a blacksmith, taking home whatever you make with us. Be sure to dress appropriately, remembering that in the colder months it can get chilly inside the workshop (despite the fires!) We will be here to meet you on arrival where...

Why not make your very own wedding cake knife and slice? Dare to be different with this amazing experience and impress your guests when it comes to cutting the wedding...

Silver AWARD

Make your very own wedding cake knife and slice in the blacksmith's forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£357

Why not make your very own wedding cake knife and slice? Dare to be different with this amazing experience and impress your guests when it comes to cutting the wedding cake! This is much more than your normal experience day! You can see, touch, smell and experience the life of a blacksmith, taking home whatever you make with us. Be sure to dress appropriately, remembering that in the colder months it can get chilly inside the workshop (despite the fires!) We will be here to meet you on arrival where...

Why not make your very own wedding cake knife and slice? Dare to be different with this amazing experience and impress your guests when it comes to cutting the wedding...

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Ring making: pattern welded / Damascus - two days in the forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£433.12

A two-day ring making experience. What could be more romantic than creating your true love’s wedding band? An experience which will truly last a lifetime. Join our experienced craftsman in our blacksmithing forge which is situated in the beautiful countryside of rural Herefordshire. This is an opportunity to enjoy a truly memorable and unique experience in the creation of your very own rings! Learn the processes of forging, grinding, machining, heat treating, and finishing, whilst crafting your very own Damascus/ Pattern Welded rings. This is a two-day experience for two...

A two-day ring making experience. What could be more romantic than creating your true love’s wedding band? An experience which will truly last a lifetime. Join our experienced craftsman in...

Silver AWARD

Ring making: pattern welded / Damascus - two days in the forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£433.12

A two-day ring making experience. What could be more romantic than creating your true love’s wedding band? An experience which will truly last a lifetime. Join our experienced craftsman in our blacksmithing forge which is situated in the beautiful countryside of rural Herefordshire. This is an opportunity to enjoy a truly memorable and unique experience in the creation of your very own rings! Learn the processes of forging, grinding, machining, heat treating, and finishing, whilst crafting your very own Damascus/ Pattern Welded rings. This is a two-day experience for two...

A two-day ring making experience. What could be more romantic than creating your true love’s wedding band? An experience which will truly last a lifetime. Join our experienced craftsman in...

Silver AWARD

Sword making for two - two days in the forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£357

A two-day sword making experience. Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? Whether you are fulfilling a bucket list dream to share with your partner/friend or spoiling your children rotten with this two-day experience package, our team of expert blacksmiths will guide and support you in crafting your very own bespoke sword. You can even engrave your family crest or initials to commemorate the special occasion. Children will leave not only having had an amazing two...

A two-day sword making experience. Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? Whether you are fulfilling...

Silver AWARD

Sword making for two - two days in the forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£357

A two-day sword making experience. Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? Whether you are fulfilling a bucket list dream to share with your partner/friend or spoiling your children rotten with this two-day experience package, our team of expert blacksmiths will guide and support you in crafting your very own bespoke sword. You can even engrave your family crest or initials to commemorate the special occasion. Children will leave not only having had an amazing two...

A two-day sword making experience. Have you always dreamed of making your own sword or perhaps making a family crest sword to display on your mantelpiece? Whether you are fulfilling...

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Wedding ring making in the blacksmith's forge (afternoon)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£208.95

This five-hour experience package is perfect for those looking to make their own wedding, anniversary and engagement rings. Whether you’ve been together for 1, 5 or 50 years, a wedding anniversary is a special occasion well-worth celebrating! What better way to commemorate the occasion than with our forge your own ring package? What could be more romantic on your wedding day than exchanging rings you’ve made yourself? This experience isn’t just limited to weddings, the rings could be made for any special event or you could just enjoy learning! Our...

This five-hour experience package is perfect for those looking to make their own wedding, anniversary and engagement rings. Whether you’ve been together for 1, 5 or 50 years, a wedding...

Silver AWARD

Wedding ring making in the blacksmith's forge (morning)

In-person course

Herefordshire - Next course on 3rd March 2021

£208.95

This five-hour experience package is perfect for those looking to make their own wedding, anniversary and engagement rings. Whether you’ve been together for 1, 5 or 50 years, a wedding anniversary is a special occasion well-worth celebrating! What better way to commemorate the occasion than with our forge your own ring package? What could be more romantic on your wedding day than exchanging rings you’ve made yourself? This experience isn’t just limited to weddings, the rings could be made for any special event or you could just enjoy learning! Our...

This five-hour experience package is perfect for those looking to make their own wedding, anniversary and engagement rings. Whether you’ve been together for 1, 5 or 50 years, a wedding...