Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

David reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"Absolutely superb day yesterday on this introductory course. Tom’s energy and enthusiasm is infectious and, combined with his knowledge (and good-humoured patience!) made for a really enjoyable and educational experience. Tom explained and demonstrated the use of the forge, tools and materials clearly and effectively - he made it look so easy… He provided a glimpse of this highly skilled and demanding craft, gently guiding the creation of some really pleasing pieces of ironwork Despite my general lack of coordination! . I really can’t recommend Tom, or this course too highly. "

Rob and Louis reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"This experience was a gift for me so I turned up with no idea what to expect. In a very short time we were forging hooks and leaves and toasting forks from red-hot metal. A great teacher who allowed us to work at our pace, by the end of the day we had tried a number of techniques and had the results to take home with us. I would thoroughly recommend Tom's courses. "

John P reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"Thoroughly enjoyable, one to one tuition, everything well explained, made some useful things. Thanks, Tom."

Belinda Hales reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"Amazing day learning how to work metal into beautiful and useful items, Tom was incredibly respectful throughout and really awesome at showing each step and even repeating the step if needed, he is also a blast tho have a conversation with and was very good at explaining the different types of metal used for different types of metalwork, all in all I will most certainly go again to make some more amazing items, a big thank you to Tom "

Eddie Hall reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"Excellent, really enjoyed the experience. Tom was very efficient and helpful. I would thoroughly recommend this course. Be prepared for what you can achieve. "

Bill reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"Had a fantastic day with Tom. It was a full hands-on experience and I tried out various techniques. Hoping to book another session soon."

Tom Robinson Metalwork responded:

"Cheers Bill, so glad you enjoyed the course. Would be lovely to have you back again! "

Stuart Wire reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing - One Day Experience

"I booked this introductory course for my son Henry and I as a day off activity and because Henry really liked the idea of trying his hand at a bit of blacksmithing. It was a really great day out in the forge and Henry came back absolutely buzzing and wanting more. Tom the blacksmith is a great guy, very patient and skilled in making it all look simple but not intimidating to replicate what he does. There were just the 3 of us in the forge for the full day so we had basically 1 to 1 tuition and we made a couple of items each. The whole set up is really relaxed, easy going and you will be hands on from the very start. Be warned, it can be quite physical at times but that really is part of the fun. There was no pressure to rush so we were able to take our time and get into the zone. The whole experience is surprisingly cathartic once you get into the rhythm of the work. I have done a little work like this before and Henry was a complete novice but it didn't matter, we worked steadily under Tom's guidance and we produced some really lovely pieces which now have pride of place in the house. If you have never tried this art, I thoroughly recommend having a go and I think you would be hard pushed to find a better place to start than with Tom Robinson. We are already planning our next day with him and looking forward to developing our skills."

Tom Robinson Metalwork responded:

"Thank you for your review Stuart. So pleased that you enjoyed the course and you are very welcome back any time!"