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Basic blacksmithing course

Roses

Description

Beginner blacksmithing, where we go over basic forging techniques and fire management, the different tools for different jobs. We will start working towards your first blacksmithing project by the end of the day you’ll get to take home 1 or 2 item. This is a 1 day course costing £150, this course can be extended on request.

What's included in the price?

Resfreshments and materials all provided.

Duration

1 day

Cancellation policy

Maker

Friargate Forge

with Craft Courses since 2019

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Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Children
Wheelchair users
Hearing impaired
Vision impaired
Limited mobility
Learning difficulties (SEN)
Tutor can travel
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Easter
School holiday workshops & activities
Daytime (weekdays)
Fairs, festivals & exhibitions
Public transport
Hen dos
Stag dos
Spooky
Evenings
Suitable for beginners
Corporate days out & team building
Intermediate level
Pet lovers
Weekends
Father's Day
Advanced/pro level
UK Holiday
Parking provided
Romantic
Christmas
Mother's Day
Suitable for all abilities
Overseas Holiday

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Venue

Unit 6 Cuerden Green Mills, Sherdley Road, Lostock Hall, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 5LP

Reviews

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15 Aug 24'

Sandra Mackinnon reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"After reading the good reviews the long journey from the Highlands was well worth it, I did the one day course with Gary and can’t thank him enough for his patience and you can tell he loves his job as his enthusiasm and his encouragement is passed on through his teaching. I was over the moon to go home with a beautiful rose that sat in a vase which was on a wee stand with a handle, I am so proud of it and will be back for 2 day course soon. Thank you Gary for a fantastic day "

22 Jul 24'

Ste reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I was elated as I left the basic blacksmithing course and would recommend this course to anyone interested in having a go at blacksmithing. I did the day course of basic blacksmithing and managed to make a bottle opener and decorative leaf in the time. I cracked a beer in the evening with the bottle opener as well which was very satisfying! Jos was really good at helping me understand the things we were doing and Gary gave some really helpful advice with some of the finer points of the craft. Also watching Gary and Jos make a bottle opener in about 3 minutes was worth the money alone, super impressive. Take some lunch if you don't drive is my advice as there wasn't much around the place if you don't have a car. I could bang on and on about this but I'll end with saying I'll be doing this again in the near future "

2 Jun 24'

Dave Rooney reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Was a great experience. Very informative and really a brand new experience. Both guys made sure that I knew what I was doing and that I was safe. I have really caught the bug."

18 Mar 24'

Vanessa Binnie reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"My partner and daughter did the one day course for birthday presents. They both loved it and both came away with amazing pieces. Men are always a struggle to buy for I find and this was a unique and interesting experience which he loved. My daughter is arty and loves to create 'stuff'. She didn't stop smiling all day. She wants to do another!! My partner said he found the whole experience value for money for what he got out of it."

30 Jan 24'

Matthew and Susie reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"We tried out blacksmithing for a day last weekend under supervision of Jos and Gary and had a great time. Both Gary and his assistant Jos are highly knowledgeable, experienced and skilled and tailor their level of supervision just right to suit their students' ability and confidence. They are also both really friendly guys to spend the day and have a laugh with. We learned and practiced many metal-working techniques on our project, including drawing out, splitting, curving, sharpening, hole punching and riveting - some of which we had never even considered. By the end of our session we were very pleased and proud to have turned three simple bars of iron into a bespoke boot scraper, complete with floor fixation points and decoration - perfect after returning from muddy (dog) walks!"

14 Jan 24'

Kev and Con reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Attended the 1 day blacksmithing course Absolutely fantastic day, Gary and Joss are amazing and really down to earth, will be returning very soon, thanks guys best day out in a while"

3 Dec 23'

Dave Ellis reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Perfect course. Perfect team. Perfect workshop. An excellent introduction to the trade of blacksmithing under a guiding yet not overbearing hand. A good laugh and a real experience "

28 Oct 23'

Holly reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Absolutely brilliant day in a real working forge! My partner & I went along to a 1 day ‘basic blacksmithing course’ for my partner’s birthday and it was fantastic! We both came away with blacksmith knives that we can’t wait to both use & display. I needed quite a bit of help as I’d never done anything remotely like blacksmithing before but both Joss & Gary were more than happy to help at every single stage. We couldn’t recommend this course more! 😊"

6 Sep 23'

martin peter harrison reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"This retirement birthday present was fantastic, great place. Very friendly and helped you with anything, but you still make it. I will do it again as I live quite near. Thanks for a great weekend "

2 Sep 23'

Brett Gibson reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Fantastic Course with Gary & Josh, highly recommended."

28 Aug 23'

Ross B reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I attended this session with my eleven year old son and we had a great time. The tutors were excellent and helped just the right amount. We were responsible for attending to our own piece of metal, heating in the furnace, hammering and shaping. At each phase of the project (a blacksmiths knife) the tutor explained clearly the actions required to form the next part, including creating edges, quenching, tempering, sharpening and polishing. All in all a great parent/child experience!"

24 Jul 23'

Gary reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I don't normally write reviews but the one-day blacksmithing course was fantastic. Really good pace to the course. Fun! Rewarding! Would do more stuff like this in a blink of an eye. Thank you for a great day experience."

11 Jun 23'

Sarah & Alan reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Brilliant day, Gary & Josh are great teachers with a lot of patience and knowledge. Very pleased with the items we made (with expert help). Josh took extra effort demonstrating how to do things with his non-dominant hand for the left hander :) "

22 Apr 23'

Scott Ashton reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I booked this for my best mates birthday and honestly one of the best experiences I’ve ever had and I would recommend to anyone this is the place to go. It was worth any penny and me and my mate are already planning our next visit. Don’t even think twice it’s worth it and the laughs you will have while you're there make it even better."

8 Apr 23'

Alistair reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Attended this course for a friend's birthday and had a great time. Jos and Gary were both polite, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. They managed to guide the four of us through making some simple but great-looking blacksmith's knives in the time we had. The instructions were very clear and both Gary and Jos were very patient and took the time to explain what was happening, as well as helping with all the equipment and stopping us making any mistakes. I can't recommend this course and location enough if you have any interest in blacksmithing, its a great day out, really fun, and you get the satisfaction of taking home something you've made yourself!"

24 Mar 23'

Nicole reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I booked this experience for my husband for a present and he came home last night, bubbling over at how wonderful it was. Honestly, I've never seen him this happy with something and he said he loved every single minute. So thank you, for giving him a day to remember and giving him a much needed boost. "

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Reviews

Sandra Mackinnon reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Ste reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Dave Rooney reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Vanessa Binnie reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Matthew and Susie reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Kev and Con reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Dave Ellis reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Holly reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

martin peter harrison reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Brett Gibson reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Ross B reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Gary reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Sarah & Alan reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Scott Ashton reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

Alistair reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

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