Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

Liz Flannery reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"I attended Natalie’s weekend course on 13th & 14th April this year and I can’t thank her enough for such a fantastic experience! I was nervous to the point of hyperventilating when I arrived, and in all honesty I was only there because my husband bought me the course as a Christmas present shortly before he died. Natalie soon put me at ease, she is such a natural teacher, able to explain and teach the techniques in an easy to understand manner, run through the safety aspects in a meaningful way and so patient, particularly on the second day when we were let loose on our individual projects and we were all wanting her attention. I made a lovely garden wall hanging in memory of my husband and did something right out of my comfort zone in a very supportive setting. Keep doing what you’re doing Natalie your enthusiasm is boundless!"

Andy Pyne reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"This course is simply excellent. Natalie is a natural teacher - very patient, positive & relaxed but instantly there to help either with advice, instruction or assistance if required. The balance of being left to experiment on your own within your own space and being supported and supervised was just right. The range of techniques and equipment is extensive - much more than I was expecting - welding, cutting, forging, bending, folding, drilling, grinding etc etc. If I had to give advice to potential attendees, I'd say have a few ideas as to what you might do for a project. Natalie will make suggestions, but having something of your own in mind before hand saves searching your imagination on the day. There were 6 students with diverse experience at the course and everyone went home with totally different individual completed projects. It's a busy, and satisfyingly exhausting day - Oh, and lots of laughs too. "

Maria McCann reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Amazing weekend! Natalie is so knowledgeable and patient. Loved trying out TiG, MiG, blacksmithing and plasma cutting. Definitely going to do more! Thanks to Natalie and George for a fabulous experience. If you’re thinking about having a go - do it!"

Stuart reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"This course is AMAZING. On the first day we learnt to TIG and MIG Weld, Plasma Cutting and how to use the Forge. On the second day we put our training into practise and everyone on the course made something different. With Natalie's expert tuition and boundless enthusiasm, you pick up the basics of each skill incredibly quickly; you just wouldn't believe what we all managed to create after just one day! I'm very excited to put my new-found skills into practise and will certainly return for more training when the opportunity arises. I'd thoroughly recommend this course, even if you are not that creative, you will have great time and will learn some new skills very quickly. "

Jules Pointon & Steve Frost reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Really great course! - Natalie was really helpfully and friendly and really positive able any project you wanted to do. After teaching you the required H&S and methodology of each types of welding and forging she let us get on with our own projects helping with her colleague all the way - really great course "

Bradwell Blacksmiths - The Iron Lady responded:

"Thanks Jules and Steve for the review and for an excellent weekend! I"

Chris Mountain reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"A great course, with all the info I wanted, arranged in a thoughtful and precise way. Natalie is relentlessly enthusiastic and encouraging and tailored our weekends to what we wanted to learn. If you need more time with Natalie you can have it, if you want to be left alone to ,'play,' then no worries. 100% recommended and 2 thumbs up."

Paul Rutt reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Natalie’s experience and enthusiasm for everything metal shows through, add to that the ability and patience to teach results in a thoroughly and enjoyable introductory course for beginners. I would highly recommend Natalie to anybody either looking to get involved with metal for the first time or seeking to improve their knowledge. I will certainly be keen to visit again to learn more. Paul."

Jamie Robinson reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Awesome course, covered all the key metalwork skills in a really short time. There is so much to learn and the course gives you the opportunity to explore where you want to go and go for it. Natalie is a really natural instructor. Shows you the core steps and then observes your broader skill level to see where you need help, but if you don't need it, she lets you crack on until you do need it. Not only did I come away with my first ever metal sculpture but have the confidence to crack on at home with my kit car build with a solid of skills to employ. Thanks again Natalie."

Sarah Tolley reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"I absolutely loved the two day taster course. I was looking forward to it so much and it surpassed all my expectations! Natalie was a brilliant teacher with huge patience, enthusiasm and skill! We had a chance to use lots of different techniques and came away with a finished piece. Natalie and her team were really welcoming and encouraging, I'd highly recommend it to anyone who is tempted to give metal working a go, inspirational stuff! Thanks so much!"

Ashley Thompson reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Great course, great teacher, great way to spend two days. I learnt so much in my time in Natalie's workshop and was given plenty of time and space to explore and improve. I would highly recommend."

Petra reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Superb. Natalie is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable and manages to help everyone with their individual needs, interests and varied abilities, thoroughly enjoyed the two days and learnt so much, but in a very manageable way. MIG, TIG, stick welding and blacksmithing with a finished individual project, superb. I would definitely recommend you give it a go whatever you level of experience, brilliant."

Claire reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"What a brilliant course. So much to learn and Natalie is a great teacher, enthusiastic, patient and fun. I was introduced to so many new skills and with a lot of help from both Natalie and her assistant Seb, I came away with a great piece that I love. I can highly recommend this course, I want to do it all again."

Lynne reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"I did the two day course last weekend and where do I start with the praise! First off Natalie is so warm and welcoming you soon lose any nerves. Her obvious passion and enthusiasm for metal shines through from the get go and its very contagious! As a total novice I was wondering how I'd get on with some parts but thanks to Natalie and her wonderful apprentice I had no problems with all the different machines. Different types of welding, plasma cutting, grinding and the fantastic forge work were just parts of it. In no time I was rolling metal, cutting and bending all sorts and I was lucky enough to make something I loved all under Natalies expert guidance. A genuinely brilliant weekend that I would love to do again and highly recommend!!"

Steve reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Fantastic two days. Natalie is really enthusiastic and welcoming and more than willing to share her knowledge and experience. H&S first then learning and practicing welding techniques coupled with plasma cutting and we were off. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to make an item of my own design which I am over the moon with especially using the three wheel roller... Huge recommendation for Natalie and this course, I for one will definitely be back."

Marky Nightingale reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"I had a great time from the start. Natalie’s energy and enthusiasm was truly inspirational. We all went a way with a finished product that we made from scratch. I can’t thank Natalie and Andrew enough for the help and support they gave us to complete our projects."

Kevin reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"What a great course. Right from the get go, the welcome was warm and that set the tone for the whole weekend. Safety covered, you are straight in. Infectious enthusiasm from Natalie. Massive fun trying all sorts of tools and techniques with great instruction and help from the team. I found myself driving home the following Friday wishing that I was going back for another weekend. Highly recommended."