Hammerskills reviews

21 Sep 24'

Ron Marshall,Bob's oldest Apprentice he told me 😊 reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Had a great day with Bob Learned a lot in one day ,few years ago now but still banging away at my Smithing highly recommeded Course if you are interested in Blacksmithing "

16 Jun 24'

Richard Quarmby reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"I had an absolutely fantastic day with Bob. Bob is a lovely man, he is extremely knowledgeable. He makes the whole day very informative whilst being enjoyable and highly productive. I enjoyed his company immensely, he has a great sense of humour and a way of getting the best out of you. Bob takes his health and safety very seriously so you are in safe hands with him as long as you listen to what he says. I would highly recommend him to anyone as I guarantee you will have a lovely day forging with Bob. "

21 May 24'

Barrie Kay reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"My son booked this course on the 19th May for my 80th birthday, it was a privilege, and pleasure to meet our instructor Bob. It was back in 1959 when I was placed with a craftsman at the start of my apprenticeship as a fitter, and Bob was in every way as good a craftsman as I have ever had the pleasure of working with. On behalf of my son, and on my own behalf thank you for a most enjoyable, and informative day. Regards Barrie."

17 May 24'

Karl Murphy reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Myself and son did a day with Bob, it was a great day well worth it. I had a few delays booking a date but Bob was very helpful. The day was great, Bob explains things well, easy going and very knowledgeable. You are busy all day and it's well worth the experience. Bob shows you different methods in the morning and in the afternoon is where it all comes together and you make things you can take home. The best course myself and son have done and Bob makes a good brew."

15 May 24'

Sarah & Steven reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"I booked the one-to-one course for my partner’s birthday and he loved every minute of it. Bob has the rare combination of decades of experience in his craft, whilst also being a good teacher. There was an excellent balance between demonstration and hands-on work. Bob is a lovely guy, very friendly and funny, and made the experience welcoming to a complete beginner. We’d love to come back again and learn more. "

9 Nov 23'

Karin Olsson reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"My husband and I had the most wonderful day with Bob! He is an amazing tutor with a great sense of humour and wit, not to mention the knowledge of his profession. I cannot recommend this course enough. It is a day of so much focus and fun that everything else around you disappears. I thought I would come home with a small nail but I made a log poker and a beautiful hook. The day gave me a deeper understanding of the expression ‘strike whilst the iron is hot’. Five stars and more to Bob!"

30 Jul 23'

Yon smale reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"What a day, Bob is an amazing teacher, It was a great day from start to finish starting with forge safety then moving onto basic hammer work. Once we hit the afternoon we moved onto more technical work, I was over the moon with the Viking knife and bottle opener. If you're looking for an introduction to smithing I highly recommend this course, Bob also makes a mean brew."

12 Feb 23'

Brian Shields reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Bob Pickard is a very skilled craftsman, but he can see it all from a novice's perspective as well - which is why he is also such a good teacher. Had an absolutely wonderful day, and came away with a bracket for a hanging basket! Can't recommend Bob too highly"

9 Jan 23'

Michael Thomas reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Birthday present from my wife, must say that I had a great time with Bob he really knows his stuff makes it look so effortless the morning spent learning the basic skills with the afternoon being used to make an item of your own choice, came away with a top-quality hanging basket holder that will last for ages. Brews on tap, Bob goes out of his way to make you feel welcome and makes sure you are safe in the environment. I cannot recommend this enough for any how what’s any excellent day."

27 Nov 22'

Edward reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"I had a cracking day with Bob. Brews on tap. Bob is really good at what he does. The workshop day is good value for money. Great company. Bob was fantastic to watch and learn from, very patient and helpful. I came away with some really nice items. I can't recommend it enough. Itching to get back! "

18 Oct 22'

Matthew Birchall reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Had a great day with Bob and learnt some interesting things about forming steel. Bob is a very clear instructor and also allows just the right amount of freedom to try on your own. In the afternoon we made a toasting fork and an enormous poker! Highly recommended course!!"

20 Jun 22'

Francesca reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"This is such an amazing experience! Bob is truly a master of his craft and has endless patience. This course gives you a great insight into the basic skills and allows you to try them out for yourself. Bob provides a good balance between letting you practice yourself and being there to guide you, which makes the day very hands on and rewarding. I would definitely recommend this course to anybody with an interest in blacksmithing, I had no experience whatsoever going in but Bob put me at ease and the time just flew by."

11 Jun 22'

Trevor Prowse and Jon Prowse reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Just got back from a full day course with Bob. My son got me a voucher and then we decided to go together Excellent tution in a light-hearted manner. Bob had time to explain the skills required and show us how to carry them out. To our surprise we managed to complete a hanging basket bracket and a firepit poker. Would recommend to anyone who is considering taking up a course. First rate cheers Bob for being so helpful and understanding"

9 May 22'

Simon and Matt reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Bought this course for my son as a Xmas present and decided to go along to keep him company. So glad that I did, we both had an excellent day. Bob was extremely patient and gave us a great insight into 'hammer skills' in a short space of time. Bob makes everything look very easy, well I suppose 57 years of experience helps! He managed to tread a fine line between letting us have a go ourselves and giving enough input to make sure we came away with some recognisable objects at the end of the day. I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone who has an interest in blacksmithing, a very worthwhile day."

7 Apr 22'

Betty reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Had an absolutely fab time today on the one to one course. It was something I always wanted to try . Bob had a fabulous personality, he was very matter of fact if I made a mistake and was very patient with me. I must have driven him nuts but he was so mild mannered and explained what I did wrong and how I could improve in such a gentle way. He went at my pace and didn't rush anything. Bob is a great teacher with decades of black-smithing experience. What a fabulous and informative day. I would highly recommend this course."

20 Mar 22'

Joe Wallis reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Can’t recommend this course highly enough! Me and my dad spent a day blacksmithing with Bob and both absolutely loved it. Really relaxed atmosphere, and Bob is a true master of his craft, and happily helped us make our own items to take away."

6 Mar 22'

Luc reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"My partner bought us a day with Bob in the forge for my Christmas present. She will have trouble finding me a gift equal to the experience again! I have done a little forging and am an engineer and she has never swung a hammer so we couldn't have been further apart in skill level. Bob took this in his stride and taught both of us a lot and gave us a great day which we will certainly be repeating. His tutoring is excellent, as is the continuous flow of tea and coffee! We left the day having made a rocking pizza cutter and a set of superb coat hooks. We look forward to coming back."

4 Dec 21'

Chris reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Just spent a day blacksmithing with my son Tom and had a brilliant time. Bob taught us a lot of good skills and we were able to make some really good things. Such an enjoyable and creative experience, would really recommend doing this, great fun. Thanks Bob."

4 Dec 21'

Tom reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"My Dad and I have just finished a day of Blacksmithing with Bob and we’ve had a great time. A thoroughly enjoyable course, Bob taught us some essential skills in the morning that we then used to make our finished products in the afternoon. We came away with a gate number, bottle opener and some flint strikers! Great stuff! Cheers Bob!"

3 Dec 21'

Phil reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"This was an outstanding course. Bob really helps you understand what you are trying to achieve and helps you get there. If you are interested in learning something new and a bit different this is a great day. I would definitely do this again. You will work hard and you will likely leave a bit tired, but you'll also leave with something you have made, and a great experience day."

22 Oct 21'

Paul Dadswell reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Cracking day, more technical than I thought and challenging in a good way. Bob, lovely bloke and a good supportive teacher Ended up with two quality( in my humble opinion) pieces of work. Would like to go again to further develop the skill learned on the first visit."

11 Oct 21'

Daniel Mandoki reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Excellent day forging along with Bob. The amount of information and skills learned is unbelievable. I would only highly recommend"

26 Sep 21'

Ryan Gallagher reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"What can I say about this blacksmithing course apart from what a fantastic day I had! Bob's knowledge of blacksmithing is second to none. I can't recommend this course enough. Anyone know has an interest in blacksmithing should give it a go you won't be disappointed."

7 Sep 21'

joe parsons reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"My wife bought me this as a birthday gift and I have to say it was fantastic from the moment I got there to when the day was done. It was hands on and I was made to feel welcome and the coffee started to flow. This taster day gives you a small insight into the skilks that are involved with this craft. Bob is a fantastic teacher and gives you the confidence to have a real go at it but will help you when you get into trouble. I can't say how much I enjoyed the day, it was so much fun and doesn't feel like a full day. Would recommend this to everyone if they were interested in having a go. Was really pleased with my toasting fork and viking knife that I took home. 10 out of 10"

6 Sep 21'

Corran Burton reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"I had a great day and learned a lot. I even made some tools to use at my small home forge. Thanks for the experience"