A W Artist Blacksmiths reviews

4 Feb 18'

Jon G reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Adrian and Andy, what a great day - I never realised how much fun could be had hammering for 7 hours! Seriously, you run a superb course, informative with clear instructions delivered in a relaxed and enjoyable day. Debbie, the food was lovely.. I have a new skill, yippee...watch out Thor! Thanks again, Jon"

28 Jan 18'

Sarah Mills reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This is a fantastic day. It was so much fun learning what to do and having a go at all the techniques. It gives you such a sense of achievement to take away what you have made. Lunch was great too. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable day."

6 Jan 18'

Gareth Summers reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This was an amazing introduction into the world of blacksmithing! Practically from the moment we arrived we were given a hands-on introduction and were getting stuck in before we knew it. We were very involved throughout the entire day and were encouraged to just get involved and ask for help when needed; both Adrian and Andy are very experienced blacksmiths who were very friendly and approachable and happy to help out where needed. Debbie was on site to provide a constant stream of refreshments and the homecooked and locally sourced lunch was definitely welcome, I think we all worked up a huge appetite as the morning progressed. Everyone involved went to great lengths to make us feel welcome and to provide an entertaining day and they were certainly successful in their efforts. This course was booked for me as a surprise Christmas present and I was very happy to receive it; the snail key ring and dragon coat hook we made on the day have found a proud place in my house. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to try something practical and unusual and I have already looked into attending another course myself, I’d love to return!"

20 Dec 17'

Manuel Llorca reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"It was an amazing blacksmithing day. Very entertaining from the first minute. We made a dragon coat rack and a snail key ring. Andy and Adrian are really experienced blacksmiths and they were extremely helpful and nice during all the day. Debbie is also very cool and gave us really good food, coffee, tea, cakes and so on - everything handmade! I received an invitation to attend this course as a wedding gift from my friends last year, so I went alone. I am sure that I will repeat the experience, but next time I will be attending with my wife. She will greatly enjoy it too!"

4 Dec 17'

James Dewes reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"It was a full and busy day with quick demos and then getting stuck in for ourselves. You very quickly learn different techniques in steps that you build on over the day, gaining confidence in working with metal. Adrian & Andy help you learn and share interesting stories of their time blacksmithing. I am not in the least bit artistic, so I was amazed to go home with work that I am proud of. It is clear that a lot of thought and effort has gone into both the format of the day and the things we made. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to try something practical and satisfying."

4 Dec 17'

Alan Morton reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"If you want to try new things that you might only do once in your life then you have to do this course. Great set up from start to finish, well looked after by Adrian and Debbie. As stated in other reviews, after a quick chat over coffee, a bit of health & safety and guidance you are pretty much straight into smashing red hot bits of steel with hammers as you set out making your first item! The environment is excellent as it is a proper barn on a working farm, the noise, the dirt, the heat of furnaces, the aching arms of swinging hammer blows make it a really authentic experience and an fascinating insight how a blacksmiths runs on a day to day basis. Photographs and videos are encouraged to take home memories of the experience. Debbie's home cooked food was outstanding as was selection of breads and cheeses. The other participants made the day memorable too. All in all an outstanding experience."

3 Dec 17'

Mike and Vicki Lumb reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fabulous day at the blacksmithing course. Very knowledgeable, patient and experienced course leaders. Warm welcome and we brought our keyring and dragon coat hanger home with pride. You get the opportunity to make the items yourself, with guidance and actually feel like you have achieved something. Worth every penny."

3 Dec 17'

Chris Fletcher reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"An amazing full day of blacksmithing. Whilst I thought it might be an easy introduction, we were straight into it! flaming furnaces, hot metal, anvils, hammers. Before we knew it we had made stuff! Brilliant. Help on hand to assist and encourage. Everyone makes a coat hook but there is scope to personalise and make it your own. Good food and good conversation around the lunch table. Fab day worth every penny and the few months of anticipation. Warning - don't plan anything big for that evening. We were fast asleep by 9pm!"

18 Nov 17'

Deryck Myhill reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Had a really great day last Saturday making a dragon coat hook and key ring. A really unusual and satisfying birthday present and a lasting result to take home. Enjoyed the banter and company. We were shown how to do the various stages and given guidance as and when we needed it. Great atmosphere, good company and not forgetting great food! Many thanks."

15 Nov 17'

Charles Fletcher reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a satisfying day. My youngest daughter bought me this day as a birthday present. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and would recommend it to anyone. Adrians tuition was first class as was Andys help; Debbie has to be commended for the excellent catering. This is a day you can disappear into. Thankyou"

14 Nov 17'

Howard Peel reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"At 46 this is the first review I've ever left - the course was so enjoyable & valuable, I'm compelled to make comment. Ade 's instruction was spot on, plus I was picking his brains on all things blacksmithing, I learnt so much - the day flew by. I'm quite amazed at the pieces I made, by far exceeded my expectations. I'm a veggie & gluten intollerant, Debbie & Ade could not of been more accommodating. I'm defiantly setting myself up at home with a little fire pit & anvil in the garden to play. In todays world of smart phones & tech, to be in that room in front of a fire pit hitting a glowing red hot steel bar on an anvil was so grounding, primal, it felt just great! I urge all to give it a go - let the stress melt away. 10 out of 10, I'll defiantly be back for more."

14 Nov 17'

Martin Taylor reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I was given this days course as birthday present and I can say it was one of the best courses I’ve been on. The location was really nice and the forge was very well equipped. Both Adrian and Andy were excellent instructors, very friendly and helpful. I would really recommend this to anyone wishing to try this out for the first time."

13 Nov 17'

Mike Powell reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This was my first experience of blacksmithing so I had little idea of what to expect. The day was absolutely fantastic. Very practical and hands-on right from the start with great supervision and coaching from Adrian and Andy. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the time flew by. As an absolute beginner it was amazing to come away with a couple of finished pieces. This gave me the confidence to want to come back and have another go which I am planning to do soon. Thanks for an excellent course - good company, great humour and some new skills to practice. Also the lunch was delicious - thanks Debbie!"

31 Oct 17'

Nick Farn reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Amazing course. Learned so much it took a few day to process it all!! Really pleased with the Rams Head Poker and fire tools that I made. It was a long journey to get here but worth every minute of it. Not quite sure where the day went! Will 100% be back for more. I am hooked on blacksmithing... just got to find a way to dump the day job!! Thanks again!"

31 Oct 17'

alan kirton reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"great welcome and excellent food. The atmosphere is conducive to learning with great instruction from Adrian and his assistant . My wife was really pleased with the candle holder I made and it will have pride of place on the Christmas dining table . Thank you"

31 Oct 17'

Adrian Fox reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a great experience! The warm welcome (and Debbie’s excellent cake) sets you up for the rest of the day. Adrian and Andy took the group step by step through making a rams-head poker, that I wouldn’t have thought I could manage. The day was well paced and well explained explained. Lunch was delicious and hearty (thanks again Debbie!). Then in the afternoon the chance to be creative with making a toasting fork of your own design. (Oh, and more cake to finish!) What’s not to like?"

30 Oct 17'

Jack Armitage reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"My 3rd course all fantastic just booking my next try it you will love it x"

24 Oct 17'

Katie Tiffany reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really great day, thank you Adrian, Andy and Debbie for the lovely food, great tuition and your patience. We had a great day and would 100% recommend this day. Katie and Andrew"

24 Oct 17'

David Russell reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Excellent day, would strongly advise anyone who fancies a go at hammering some hot metal & making something cool to have a go."

23 Oct 17'

Rik Saunders reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Brilliant day around even with the blisters, fantastic tuition very patient attitude with complete novice like myself. Great banter within the group , really enjoyed the crumble at lunch. Would recommend this course to any one. Thank you very much. Best wishes Rik???"

23 Oct 17'

Alan Atkinson reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Thank you, Adrian, Andy & Debbie for a great day, friendly and educational we felt at home from the outset. Excellent tuition from true craftsmen, helping us to create decent representations of the key ring and dragon coat hooks, fuelled on by some great home cooking and good banter. Brilliant. Cheers, Alan, Carl & Kieran."

22 Oct 17'

Gareth Thompson reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Possibly the best birthday present ever. Thank you for an amazing day with fire metal and cake. Adrian and Andy are both great teacher's and fantastic artists. I cannot recommend this course enough."

22 Oct 17'

Sophie Humble reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic course. Everything was really well explained, there was assistance whenever needed and demonstrations of techniques. Everyone was really friendly and the pace of the course was great. There was no rushing and everyone got time to catch up. I honestly cant speak highly enough of this day and we will definatley be back next year."

12 Sep 17'

Stephen Orr reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Brilliant day, would not change a thing. Thanks again."

10 Sep 17'

Callum Kay reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"An exellent day has got me hooked on blacksmithing, great teachers who go through each step with you and you get to keep what you make would definitely recommend to anyone looking to start blacksmithing"