2 day knife/axe making courses

Greg reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Really enjoyed the experience- the blacksmith was entertaining and instructive and I would recommend this course to anyone - I’ll be coming again!!"

Jack reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Can't recommend you take this course enough. Gary and Jos were both hugely knowledgeable and skilled at their craft, they provided just the right amount of assistance. The knife turned out absolutely perfectly, well exceeding my expectations and is now a piece that I will keep and use forever. "

Mell reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Bought this as a 21st birthday present for my boyfriend he absolutely loved it, so much so he wanted his own forge! Such an amazing time, we both learnt so much and Gary & Joss were lovely and very helpful. We had a great laugh and took home a beautiful knife. Will definitely be doing this again in the future! Thankyou so much :) Mell & Jack"

Derek Smith reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"My friend and I completed the knife making course at Friargate Forge recently. It exceeded our expectations. What an enjoyable weekend with an amazing final product to take home. A definite recommend."

Connor Read reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"A well rounded experience of knife making. As a complete amateur I was guided expertly through the process from initial design to completion. Joss and Gary were knowledgeable and engaging making the whole weekend unforgettable. I would definitely recommend. "

Jack reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Absolutely exceptional experience, even better than I hoped. Friargate Forge is a genuine working forge, immersing you in the authentic blacksmith's environment, rather than a condescending arts and crafts workshop. Gary and Joss are great guys who taught me a lot in just two days. I would highly recommend this course to anyone!"

Kristin reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Amazing time with Gary and Joss making an axe and knife for my partner's birthday celebration in April. Gary and Joss were extremely patient and knowledgeable during the whole process. The work was tough on the hands but well worth it, we came away with a great axe and knife. Highly recommend for anyone who loves blacksmithing or wants to learn."

Andrew reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Joss was fantastic. Highly recommended. "

Jon reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"A really fun and enjoyable 2 days spent making an axe. Gary and Joss were both great throughout, providing support and advice to make a good quality piece even with no prior knowledge. They also give you enough flexibility to make it feel like you've made something truly unique and bespoke at the same time. Would recommend to anyone who wants to experience being a blacksmith"

Richard reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Spent three days with Gary and Joss turning lumps of grey metal into something special. These guys know everything about their subject and no question goes unanswered. You can check out what my partner and I made : https://goo.gl/maps/dNVBU3mzZoUDorn69 Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, even a last minute change in handle materials wasn't too much trouble. Thanks guys, truly brilliant. Rick & Carmel"

Laura McBride reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"I booked the axe/knife making course for my partner Owen's birthday. He loves Damascus so I contacted Gary to ask to pay to upgrade it and he had no problems. Gary and Joss were absolutely brilliant. To say that Owen had absolutely no experience in a forge they gave clear and accurate instructions. I would recommend this course to any of my friends or family. And to have come away with such a stunning axe is amazing. Thank you Gary and Joss for such an awesome course. Owen and Laura xx"

Dan Hipkiss reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Absolutely brilliant experience from start to finish, and the final product is way beyond anything I could have expected. Having seen what other people have made with different courses, I'm totally pleased that we made the right decision here. I cannot recommend this highly enough."

Gareth McMann reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"This course is fantastic! Gary and Joss really know their craft and have a great ability to pass this knowledge on in such a way that in just two days you can take plain stock material and fully forge, grind, heat treat an finish a quality knife. After the two days I now have a beautiful and functional kitchen knife that I have the pride in knowing that I made, every time I use it."

Friargate Forge responded:

"Thanks so much glad you like your knife! Gary + Joss"

Michael Bennett reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Absolutely brilliant course. Gary and Josep are very easy to work with and excellent teachers. Highly recommend anyone who is interested in giving bladesmithing a go tries this course."

Friargate Forge responded:

"Thanks, was a pleasure working with you Gary"

Matthew Pendlebury reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"What a great experience forging with both Gary and Joseph. Both lads masters of their craft who will help in any way necessary to create the perfect blade. Had a great time creating my damascus blade and it is exactly what I expected after watching Forged in fire. A lot of hard work and timely advice in how to go through the whole process from start to finish of forging and grinding a knife. Thanks lads"

Peter Smith reviewed: 2 day knife/axe making courses

"Just finished a thoroughly enjoyable 2 days of axe making at Friargate Forge with Gary, a man with a real mastery and love for his craft. The course struck just the right balance of hands on (sweat inducing!) experience with enough assistance and guidance to ensure that you leave with an axe to be proud of. Just got home and my hatchet made short work of splitting a partially seasoned cherry log. Would definitely recommend."

Friargate Forge responded:

"Thanks Peter was a pleasure having you at the forge and you did superb well done ?"