A W Artist Blacksmiths reviews

5 Jun 22'

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

"It was hard but rewarding work. I was slow at first but not quite so slow later. Adrian made it look easy. Andy helped with technique. I think I improved at beating blunt ends into points as the day went on. The warning about hot metal was very useful. It remains too hot to touch for quite a long time after it has ceased to glow."

4 Jun 22'

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

"hard days work but amazing...an absolutely lovely teaching duo, lots of patience and humour, blisters and aching muscles!! we needed all of the gourgeoues food provided...would recommend to anyone interested in trying blacksmithing...or just something different...for me it really gave me an understanding of the work that goes into hand metalwork...."

4 Jun 22'

Graham Vasey reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic day I enjoyed every minute of creating my Dragon Coat Hook. Great food and hospitality as well. Definitely be booking another course soon."

28 May 22'

Alison Scott reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"My Hubbie and I had a great day with Adrian, Andrew and fabulous caterer Debbie. Never having attempted to work with red hot metal before they guided us through the process and we are really chuffed with the results. Highly recommend the day to anyone who wants to have a go at something different."

28 May 22'

Christopher Bell reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This is the second Blacksmith course I have done here. I have to say it was a great day again and I am looking forward to the next day making a rams head poker. The food also was amazing. If anyone is looking to do or buy a blacksmith course this is definitely the place to do it."

24 May 22'

Jo S reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I would thoroughly recommend this day to anyone! Adrian, Andy and Debbie created a welcoming relaxed atmosphere with plenty of great food, coffee and chat (Particular thanks to Debbie for taking my gluten free diet in her stride!). The teaching was excellent with plenty of support but also the freedom to make sure we felt that our creations were our own. I came thinking this would be a "one off" experience, but I'm already thinking about when I can do it again!"

23 May 22'

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

"I had an excellent day with Adrian, Andy and Debbie, they made me feel welcome and relaxed from the moment I walked in right up to the moment I left. Their knowledge and patients is second to non. Really pleased with what we created and has definitely left me wanting more! Even made a space for a small forge in my workshop!!! I would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting an experience even if they have no background in metal work. First class!!!"

23 May 22'

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

"Thanks for a great day. The tuition was friendly and helpful and the food was excellent. I really enjoyed myself anvil definitely be coming to future courses."

22 May 22'

Lorraine Marsh reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I stepped in at the last moment when one of the birthday boys felt unable to attend. A little apprehensive about how I would cope but no need. The 'lads' advised on technique, supported when necessary and repaired my mistakes as well. A busy day of eating, heating and hammering. A great feeling of achievement to complete my dragon which now has pride in the garden. I attended with a young man with ASD. Adrian, Andy and Debbie were very knowledgeable about his abilities and very subtle with their inquiries about any needs that he may have. Thank you for making this such a memorable day for both of us."

22 May 22'

Paul Donnelly reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A great course that I would highly recommend. Adrian and Andy were fantastic at explaining everything and are always on hand to help and ensure everyone can make the key ring and hooks. Then there is the added bonus of Debbie’s delicious food! Definitely give this course a go!"

16 May 22'

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

"I was unsure what to expect as first, but the course was brilliant. The greeting was warm and friendly. When everyone arrived we were equipped with safety gear and given a short introduction to safety in the forge. Then we were into making the first item. Adrian gave an introduction to the techniques and steps needed to start and off you go. The staff are always on hand, attentive and willing to gently guide you with the current process. What seemed daunting at the start, faded into easy to replicate steps and I now have a snail key fob and a dragon coat rack. It's a superb course, with friendly people and you make something that initially seems out of reach given your inexperience. I'd highly recommend this to anyone who's thinking about it. Physical strength not needed but it can get a touch warm around the furnaces."

15 May 22'

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

"Fabulous day with 2 very approachable and knowledgeable blacksmiths and some scrumptious food to boot! Thankyou all for a super day"

15 May 22'

Christine Flintoft-Smith reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"An absolutely great day from start to finish. We weren't sure what to expect as first timers but after a welcoming cup of tea and homemade biscuit we were thrown straight into the fire! Aiden and Andy were great mentors, super friendly, very patient and encouraging. Deborah's food was delicious and kept us well fed all day. Safe to say we all came away feeling very pleased with the hooks and keyrings we had made. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back."

14 May 22'

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

"Me and my partner went and we really enjoyed it. It was hands on from start to finish and the guys were very helpful when we needed it. Excellent for the price, came out with some new skills ?"

9 May 22'

Jamie Smith reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A good days work and learning. I arrived 10 minutes late which was annoying as I had driven past the place 20 mins earlier, perhaps a sign outside the entrance on course days might be an idea? Sat nav not much use! Adrian is obviously a highly skilled blacksmith and made the demos look so easy. I struggled a bit at times and would have liked perhaps some advice as to whether I was doing it right or not. I persevered and ended up with a key ring that doesn't look too bad but my coat hook bears no resemblance to a dragon, looks more like a hippo. Very tasty food and an interesting day"

9 May 22'

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

"Thank you for a lovely day. The atmosphere was relaxed and calm. It started with a brew and biscuits, brief intro and the best and shortest safety talk I have had. The demonstrations were quick and broken down into simple processes then off to the anvils and fires to get started. It was a no fuss well timed series of exercises. Support always on hand with tips and hints to keep you on track. We became a chatty group over a fabulous lunch that catered for even the biggest appetites. The techniques were repeated in the afternoon to make larger products building on our prior knowledge. Finishing with a lovely brew and huge slabs of cake. Definitely recommend."

7 May 22'

Gary Day reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"The two instructors were very good and equally patient. The tools and all equipment plentiful. What a wonderful lunch too. It was a very nice 71st birthday present. Although the rest of the participants were considerably younger."

6 May 22'

Steven Jackson reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I have recently been on this course, Well what can I say, It was amazing, I enjoyed every moment of my experience, what a great gift! It’s so much better than getting a jumper for Christmas! The guys were brilliant, chilled and supportive. Even when my dragon coat hook looks more like a dinosaur! ? My little boy loves it! I will be booking again soon. I must add the food and company ( the other participants) were great too! Thank you so much! Adrian, Andy and Debbie"

24 Apr 22'

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

"Excellent beginners course. Would definitely recommend."

23 Apr 22'

Paul Frolich reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Brilliant day, I really enjoyed it and learnt loads. The food was delicious and plentiful. Would definitely recommend."

23 Apr 22'

Clive Trewhitt reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"An Excellent course, learnt a great deal, left after making two items which I would never have believed I could at the start of the day. One word of warning if you're on a diet you'll need to have lots of self control as the meal was very nice with very large portions."

23 Apr 22'

Katy B reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Today I spent the day learning a bit about the heritage craft of blacksmithing - it was hard graft - but I turned a steel rod in to a trendy keyring and a steel bar in to a dragon (well, a coat hook). I didn’t think I would be able to manage it, with my lack of coordination and upper body strength, but with a little help from Ade and Andy, who were amazing teachers, I totally nailed it! Or, should I say, riveted it… l highly recommend checking out the courses, but be quick they get full fast! Food was lovely too thanks to Debbie - I am still stuffed after coffee and flapjack, then a lunch of chilli, jacket potato, breads from a local bakers, cheese from a local cheese shop, cake and custard - and then, as if that wasn’t enough, cake and tea before we left for home!"

10 Apr 22'

Joy Kilpatrick reviewed: Blacksmithing day courses: making garden flowers

"An amazing experience from start to finish. A warmbwelcome by Diane and delicious flapjack. Great tuition from Adrian and Andy, especially as I had never done this before they were encouraging and made it fool proof. The lunch was delicious and a great time to get to know the group. I would definately recommend booking on and having ago. It was well worth the journey, I came away feeling inspired and and thatbi had achieved something. Thank you all, I would love to return."

4 Apr 22'

Kevin Forth reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really enjoyed the day - this was bought as a Christmas present after I expressed an interest in learning more about blacksmithing and I'm hooked! Adrian and Andy were really good and helpful explaining what we were there to make, and showing us step by step through the process - I never thought I would be capable of producing items that looked so good as a beginner! the pace of the day is perfect, at no point do you feel rushed and help and advice is always on hand (as is first aid if you manage to burn yourself like I did - turns out red hot metal burns if you touch it who knew?) I will definitely be booking on to more courses in the future!"

3 Apr 22'

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

"Well organised! Great fun! Extremely friendly! Would highly recommend!"