Fransham Forge reviews

Jude Lenehan reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"We have just done a one day course with Nigel and it was everything we hoped for. Nigel was very welcoming and a hugely knowledgeable and helpful teacher. We stayed in the snug shepherds huts and it was great. I would love to go back and get more and more creative. I would recommend the course to anyone."

Fransham Forge responded:

"Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you felt inspired!"

Colin Jones reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Attended this course on 26th September 2024. Had a brilliant time, learnt loads with plenty of hands-on experience. I really feel much better equipped to use my welder. A real bonus was that Nigel is a very entertaining and interesting character. Thank you very much"

MR JAKE WHITBREAD reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Absolutely amazing experience. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience. Nigel is a great guide when it comes to dipping your toe into the world of metal! I did the one day course but would highly recommend completing the 2 days as this would provide you with more time to make and create difficult things. The space is incredible too, situated in a lovely part of the world. Nigel is a font of knowledge so don't be worried about asking questions. I would love to go again at some point in the future. Absolutely wonderful!!!! "

Emma Round reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"The most wonderful and fun day having a taste of blacksmithing with Nigel at the forge. Nigel is such a master of his craft and inspired us as we watched him demonstrate his techniques on how to create things with metal and saw some of his fabulous pieces of art. What an incredible artist and such a wonderful experience. Thank you Nigel 🙏⭐️"

Jon reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Excellent intro to Mig welding with plenty of time to try out all the techniques that Nigel shows you. Obviously, it takes years of practice to get good, but even a complete novice like me can produce some satisfying welds within just a few hours on this course. It's a relaxed day, really enjoyable - Thanks!"

Stuart reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Was an amazing two day, a real dream come true."

Amy & Chris reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Just come back from a lovely weekend at the Forge. We did the one day course and wish we had of done the 2 days, so we could of made additional items. Nigel made everything look so easy, but was extremely happy to go through it again and again for us! Thank you "

Brian Stiles reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Great course with lots of hands-on time welding. Great equipment to work with and good instruction from Nigel. a thoroughly enjoyable day, learning about a skill i will never master but my welding is 200% better than it was before attending"

Paul and Chris reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Brilliant day! Nigel is so knowledgeable and helped us throughout the day to achieve to achieve some fantastic metalware. Thanks Nigel."

Kevin Southgate reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Had a fantastic day learnt what I needed Nigel was great throughly recommend "

Nicky reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"We had a fun day both listening to Nigel sharing his life experiences and learning basic blacksmithing forging skills from his wealth of knowledge. Making your own creative tools has a certain sense of achievement, and Nigel is so supportive guiding you through each process. You don't have to be creative or talented to enjoy the day, just up for trying something new that's a bit different. "

A Wiley reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Excellent course with an exceptionally capable and knowledgeable instructor. A really fun and educational time for all attending, including making a large number and wide variety of items practicing a range of techniques, with some personal projects thrown in at request. By far the best days blacksmithing I've had."

Howard reviewed: Welding with confidence

"A great introduction to welding with plenty of opportunity to put into practice key skills. Great balance between theory and practical guidance."

Carl reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Had an amazing and interesting day, Nigel was great at explaining and teaching the skills of blacksmithing, A nice life experience, would recommend everyone to give it a go."

Jane Pearce reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Excellent day. I would recommend to anyone to give it a go. "

Oli Town reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Great course for absolute beginners or those looking to practice existing skills - I was worried having never welded before that I might be out of my depth but I had a great time and actually managed to get some alright welds going by the end of the day! "

Martin reviewed: Welding with confidence

"A great day full of teaching and practical learning "

Tim Wightman reviewed: Welding with confidence

"A fascinating day, not least for the welding tuition! Loads of support and tips, and importantly, practical hands-on welding time, ensuring that you end the day with a real sense of achievement. Nigel has immense knowledge and communicates well on the welding basics. I would recommend this course to anyone wishing to gain an introduction to the black art! "

Steve reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Excellent course. Enjoyed very much. Thank you."

Rebecca Curtin reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"My husband did this course a few days ago and we stayed for two nights in the shepherd's huts on site. He had a fantastic day on the course and was brimming with enthusiasm afterwards. He learned a lot and said that Nigel was an excellent teacher with masses of knowledge and interesting anecdotes. The items he made are lovely 😊 Our stay in the shepherd's huts was magical. Cosy, well-equipped and utterly peaceful. We are already planning when we can do another course and stay! "

Jacky Brett reviewed: Welding with confidence

"What an enjoyable day. Excellent tutoring with easy step-by-step instructions, no waiting around for equipment as we all had our own welder to use. "

Graham parke reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Had another excellent day, Nigel is a wonderful bloke, will bend over backwards to help. I would whole heartedly recommend a day or two here at Fransham Forge. I'm looking forward to booking another day here soon "

Heather Webster reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Nigel was aware of what I wanted to achieve by the end of the day and ensured that this happened. I have come away with full confidence to create. Thank you Nigel"

Mark Benson reviewed: Welding with confidence

"My son and I attended this course last week and really enjoyed it. Both of us had welded many times before but it was great to be shown how to do so properly. Nigel is very talented and friendly. I will have a go at the blacksmith course sometime in the future."

Jeremy Gee reviewed: Welding with confidence

"I was the oldest person present and my welding was rubbish but I welded my heart out. Thanks to the inspiring tuition from the infamous Nigel Barnett I had the best but tiring day out. I would and will highly recommend everyone to attend if you're lucky enough to get a booking. "