Hand forged Yorkshire reviews

Colin Roe reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I was given this experience as a gift and wasn’t sure what to expect - I haven’t done this sort of thing before. As soon as you arrive Dave (our instructor) was friendly and welcoming. His method of teaching is formative and delivered with clarity ensuring every step is understood to maintain safety while keeping the day fun. You are left to do as much of the knife making as possible and Dave has stills confidence I. You as you go while being patient and supporting where needed. I was amazed at how well my knife came out - I put my success down to Dave’s support during the day. I would recommend this experience to anyone and plan on going back to make another very soon. "

Steven Roe reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I went into this course looking forward to it and learning from it. It was an exceptional day. Dave’s friendly approach complemented his expertise and was the right level of theory and instruction for a complete novice. He guided me through the process giving me confidence in every stage that at time could have been complicated. I came away with great memories and a fabulous hand crafted knife. A decent knife can cost a lot. So to have a day with an expert and come away with a quality knife is worth every penny. I would recommend to anyone."

Ian reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"An excellent and informative afternoon spent with Dave. The course was interesting and was a brilliant introduction to the art of making a block mould with resin."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"So glad you found the course interesting and useful Ian, looking forward to demoulding your blocks. Many thanks indeed for your review, it is greatly appreciated. May I wish you every sucess with your future resin casting."

Shaun reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I attended this course with my son at the weekend. Couldn't have been happier. Dave was an excellent tutor - just the right amount of hands-on attention but only if/when required. It was also nice that the course is limited to two people so Dave has plenty of time to give you personal attention. We are both extremely pleased with the kitchen knives that we came away with. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you very much for your fantastic review Shaun, it is greatly appreciated. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you both and have you in the workshop, I'm so glad you enjoyed your day and you're happy with the knives you both made. Rightly so you both did an absolutely belting job, well done. Hope you enjoy using them for many years. "

Debbie Neale reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"What an excellent course! Thoroughly enjoyed it and learnt loads. Dave was amazing; very helpful, super knowledgeable and his passion for his craft shone through. The course covered all that I expected and more, and Dave provides a very helpful booklet with all the info and links needed. Worth every penny! Thank you."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely your review Debbie, it is massively appreciated and was fantastic to read. Over the moon the course exceeded your expectations and you found it helpful, I'm looking forward to demoulding your block. May I wish you every success with your future resin casting."

Thomas smith reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"I was surprised at what was involved in the process but Dave explained everything clearly and was very informative, I thoroughly enjoyed the course and would recommend it to anyone thinking of using this product. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Really appreciate your review and recommendation Thomas, thank you very much indeed. So glad you enjoyed the course and found it informative, looking forward to demoulding your block. May I wish you every success with your future resin casting."

Karl Yates reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I attended a kitchen knife making course together with a friend yesterday at Hand Forged Yorkshire with Dave Brearey. The whole experience from start to finish was fantastic. Everything from the communication, and preparation beforehand, through to the day itself, was clear, timely and very professional. Dave the instructor is extremely knowledgable and passionate about his craft; he is keen that clients get the fullest of experiences; he only intervenes when when required (but keeps it to a minimum), to ensure that clients stay safe and get something that they are proud of and is completely functional to take home at the end of the process. Dave is a really nice guy, that puts a lot of effort into quality of experience. This includes, the raw materials used, equipment on which activities are performed, and above all else safety for his clients and others. I would thoroughly recommend this experience. A really insightful and enjoyable experience."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your amazing review Karl, it is greatly appreciated. It was fantastic having you both in the forge and you did an absolutely cracking job well done. So glad you enjoyed your day and I’m very grateful for your recommendation Kindest regards Dave"

Thomas from Liverpool reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"An excellent day out! Best is, I not only learned new skills on the day but got to take home a quality product, likely to be used every day. And each time I touch it, it will put a big smug smile on my face. Dave is an outstanding teacher who, while explaining and demonstrating a lot, gave me enough room on every step of the way, that I can confidently take ownership of the finished product. I made this. Thank you Dave! And thank you Diana for a perfect gift!"

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you very much Thomas for your fantastic review, I truly appreciate it and your kind comments. You did an excellent job with your knife and it was an absolute pleasure to meet you and have you in the workshop. So glad you enjoyed the day and you're happy with the knife you made, it is a stunner well done"

Liz R reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"Fantastic day learning to make a knife with Hand Forged Yorkshire. Dave is so knowledgeable, helpful and enthusiastic, the whole day was a joy and my new knife is amazing. Great experience / present for someone - would 100% recommend."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Massively appreciate your lovely review and recommendation Liz thank you very much. It was fantastic to meet you and an absolute pleasure having you in the forge. I thought you did a brilliant job with your knife, really well done I hope you enjoy using it for many years."

Helen Proudfoot reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"Huge thank you to Dave for an amazing day! We had s as wonderful time making kitchen knives, and learning all about the processes, techniques, and materials. Dave’s enthusiasm was infectious, and he was a great teacher. A wonderful day! "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Helen, it is hugely appreciated. Absolute pleasure having you both in the workshop, I’m so glad you had a wonderful day and I hope you enjoy using your knives for many years "

Bonnie reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I had a lovely day with Dave making a Nakiri kitchen knife. It was just me on the course that day so I got to ask a lot of questions and learned so much. The knife turned out beautifully and I’m so pleased with it. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your review Bonnie, it is greatly appreciated. It was lovely to meet you, so glad you enjoyed your day and you are happy with your knife. Rightly so you did a cracking job well done, hope it serves you well for many years."

Tim H reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"What a wonderful experience, a birthday gift from my wife. David was a hive of information and provided just the right amount of guidance and instruction. Although a recently retired engineer and used to working with my hands, I learnt so much and benefited from Davids vast experience. An excellent instructor with a warm and friendly delivery with supporting anecdotes. I had a great day and came away with a knife to be proud of, thank you. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review Tim, massively appreciate it. Was a pleasure meeting you and its fantastic to hear you enjoyed the day and found it so interesting. You did an excellent job with your knife, really well done I hope you enjoy using it for many years"

James reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"Best birthday present ever. David was extremely knowledgeable, made the experience fun and his attention to detail was impeccable. His thorough explanation of each step was really beneficial and opened my eyes to the real intricacies of the art of knife making. Under his guidance, I made a kitchen knife that will undoubtedly last forever as well as the memory. Will 100% be returning to make something else in the future. He also gave us instructions to ensure that once the knife was made, it could be cared for properly for years to come. Can't thank you enough Dave. Best of luck with everything and hope to see you soon. Hannah and James. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you both so much for your amazing review, it is hugely appreciated. So pleased you enjoyed your day Hannah, it was a genuine pleasure to have you in the workshop. You did an absolutely amazing job with your knife, a true bevelling superstar!! I hope it serves you well and you enjoy using it for many years, you’re very welcome back anytime would be fantastic to see you both again. Kindest regards Dave"

Camilla reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"We loved this course! We found Dave an amazing teacher who shared his great knowledge of smithing and knife design. Taking the materials to the finished product, we learnt so many different techniques and skills. Thank you so much for an incredible day and helping us make such beautiful kitchen knives."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your amazing review Camilla, it is hugely appreciated. I'm so glad you both enjoyed the day, it was great to meet you both and fantastic having you in the workshop. Excellent job with your knives, you should be truly proud of what you achieved they're a couple of belters!! Hope you enjoy using them for many years"

Ian W reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I arrived with no experience of knife-making – I departed with a beautifully crafted blade that is as aesthetically appealing as it is practically serviceable. Dave is a modest, yet accomplished craftsman, who is a gifted teacher, a clear communicator and a patient tutor – a person who puts you at ease from the outset and encourages you every step of the way. The course is well organised and ambitious without being daunting. Dave explains each knife-crafting process, demonstrating where necessary, before supervising as you give it a go, offering encouragement and advice. Although the technical skill level required advances through the day, you are building incrementally on previous competences gained so it is challenging but manageable. And the end result is something you can be proud of having created. On this course, you will gain new knowledge and skills, fresh experiences and achievements, in the company of a master practitioner, talented educator and a convivial companion. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your absolutely fantastic review Ian, I really appreciate it. It truly was a pleasure to meet you and guide you in the making of your superb knife. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and you are proud of your knife, rightly so I thought you did a brilliant job very well done. I hope it serves you well for many years to come and thank you again for your extremely kind review."

Ness reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"We really enjoyed this course. David made us feel very at ease. We were late, and I had an allergy that meant I couldn't wear the normal gloves and he took this in his stride and was very kind. He is massively knowledgeable about resin and was able to apply his knowledge to my partner's interest. The session felt friendly throughout whilst also being safe and informative. It can be daunting trying something new, as you inevitably go wrong and David was happy to talk though common errors and how to overcome them and helped us when we went wrong in the session. We really enjoyed it and can't wait to see our blocks."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your very kind review Ness, I really appreciate it. I’m so pleased you both enjoyed the day and found it informative. Really great to meet you both and have you in the workshop. Cracking job with your designs, they look fantastic! Kindest regards Dave"

Jamie reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"A really enjoyable day! Dave is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and an excellent teacher. His guidance was honest and was always considerate of the experience that I was having and how to make it as good as possible. An amazing day course, packed with a lot of fun and learning - and a beautiful knife to take home at the end of the day. Highly recommend to anyone who enjoys cooking or is looking for an exciting day!"

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you very much indeed for your fantastic review Jamie, I really appreciate it. I'm so glad you had an amazing day, it was a genuine pleasure to meet you and have you in the workshop. You did a fantastic job with you knife, looks awesome and I hope you enjoy using it for many years."

Pip Roddis reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"It was a great course, Dave was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic and you learn a lot about the process as well as producing your own piece. Would recommend! "

Karen Slater reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"A totally unique experience. Dave is an excellent tutor - knowledgeable, professional and a skilled Artisan, with an abundance of patience. It really was a joy to be tutored by such an expert. There are lots of steps to the process of making a professional quality knife and we went through all of these at just the right pace. I have made a unique gift, with the resin handle from the previous week. I can 100% recommend this course. You will end the day with a thing of beauty to be treasured. Thank you very much Dave."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your very kind review Karen, I really appreciate it. It was lovely to meet you and help you make such a unique piece for a very special occasion. I hope your son and daughter in law have a fantastic day and enjoy using their knife for many years. Very well done you did a cracking job. Kindest regards Dave"

Karen Slater reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"A great course. Learned about different resins and the choice of materials, I chose pinecones as they gave such an interesting finish. I used the resin block for a knife handle (the knife course was the following week). But as a stand alone artwork they are truly unique. Great course just at the right pace. Dave is a great tutor professional, knowledgeable and very patient, was a real pleasure. I thoroughly recommend this course. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Really appreciate your lovely review Karen, very kind of you thank you so much. You cast a stunning block that looks incredible on the knife, excellent job!! So glad you enjoyed the course it was an absolute pleasure having you in the workshop"

William Winterburn reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"We had a great time learning some new skills and ended up with a fantastic couple of knives and a day to remember. Dave is dedicated and patient but most importantly wants you to create something worthwhile. It’s a full day and represents good value in my estimation. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Massively appreciate your fantastic review Will thank you very much. So glad you both enjoyed the day, it was a real pleasure to meet you both and have you in the forge. Hope you enjoy using your knives for many years, you did a belting job well done Kindest regards Dave"

Will reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"Great course! We had a brilliant time and David was an amazing teacher. The venue's really awesome too - definitely recommend it."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you very much for your kind review Will ,I truly appreciate it. So pleased you both enjoyed the course, your designs looked fantastic and you did a great job. Kindest regards Dave "

Ryan reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"If you're looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend a day, I highly recommend this knife-making course. It started with a thorough safety briefing, and they provided all the necessary gear to keep us protected throughout. Our instructor, Dave, has been a knife maker for over eight years, and his passion and knowledge were evident. The course is designed for you to do most of the work, making the finished knife a true accomplishment. However, Dave was always there to offer guidance, build confidence, and lend a hand when needed. My brothers and I had a fantastic day – we truly enjoyed ourselves and haven't stopped talking about it since. I can't stress enough how much value this course offered – it was absolutely worth the money."

Jill reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"I absolutely recommend this course to anyone. The small numbers on the course meant that Dave could give you his full attention, it didn't matter if you were a complete beginner, like me, or had some experience. Whether you had an end goal or just wanted to try, Dave was able to support all of us. His warm, friendly manner put everyone at ease straight away. It certainly gave me the appetite to try more resin casting and even think about making a knife (another Dave Brearey course) to be able to use the resin block I've just made as the handle. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your very kind review Jill, it is hugely appreciated. So pleased you enjoyed the day, it was fantastic to meet you and you did a brilliant job with your design. It would be an absolute pleasure to have you back in the workshop to make a knife."

Nick Shackleton reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"Had an absolutely brilliant day at the Forge with Dave. He walked us through every step of the way ensuring we ended up leaving with something I definitely didn't think I could have made! I did the course with my step-dad and a friend, and it was a full days experience from 10-4 ish with about 30 minutes lunch break. I can't recommend this experience highly enough. I have already told a few friends who are keen to book on. I have added some pictures to show what we started with and what we finished with. We all chose a different style of knife and a different wood for the handle too. Thanks again Dave (sorry it took me so long to write this review)."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your amazing review Nick, it is hugely appreciated. It was a genuine pleasure to meet you all and have you in the forge. So glad everyone enjoyed it, I had a brilliant day with you all and you did an excellent job with your knives. You should all be very proud of what you made, cracking work chaps and I hope your knives serve you well for many years. Kindest regards Dave"