Anvil Forge

Neil Tonks reviewed: Make a chef's knife

"Full respect to John, Spencer, Bill, Aiden (and Pat for eating constantly!) Took this course as a 21st present for my Son, and brought along my Father for a tri-generational familial experience. It is not possible to rate this course, the brilliance of the chaps and the achieved results under their guidance, enough! Rejoice in whacking glowing hot metal with hammers, delight in dunking hot metal in oil, thrill in shaping wood and bemoan the aching shoulders with extensive filing and sharpening. The expert direction, encouragement and guidance from the chaps achieved the perfect balance of accuracy and succinctness, maximising the time to create with sufficient awareness of possible error or failure. We three achieved better results than expected, and the said results are available for use, and with indelible memories for hearty cheer for many years to come. Thank you, Friends."

Anvil Forge responded:

"Hi Neil thanks for the review. I think I am speaking for all of us when I say you were all a joy to teach. It is great when everyone has a good time as well as learning to the skills we have to offer , I will be putting Pat on a diet ! LOL. Unfortunately I had to leave early to do a site survey so didnt see the final results but the lads said you all did a great job , so one minor request can you send a picture over . Best wishes and hopefully I will see you all again. John"

Rod Carroll reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - Anvil Forge

"Completed a 2 Day dragon course and loved it. Everyone was friendly and helpful so I am looking forward to returning to make a garden sculpture. "

Sean reviewed: "Game of Thrones"...ish! : metalwork / blacksmithing workshop

"Great day, my husband was so happy with the sword he made and is considering going back. One downer though, it says pub lunch is provided so he didn't plan lunch but their informed him that they haven't been providing lunch for the past 4 years. Other than that, 5/5 stars"

Anvil Forge responded:

"Hi Really pleased you enjoyed the day. Sorry that I didnt update with website info re lunches , I hope you enjoyed the Hot pasty I went out to get you though Best wishes John"

Tom reviewed: Hand forged viking knife one day workshop

"I loved my day at Anvil Forge doing the Viking knife making day. We started off making a poker and then moved on to knife making. Only 2 of us in the group so lots of close guidance from our instructor, Spencer (who was excellent), and meant nothing felt rushed but also no waiting around. Really recommend this course, very pleased with the two pieces I made. Now, can I fit a forge in the garage..."