Kerr Forge reviews

2 Oct 22'

Martin W reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Absolutely fantastic! Jon is brilliant, I am/was a total beginner and was guided through everything in a very easy way. I had great fun and also ended up with an awesome knife for the kitchen. I had a great day and will 100% be back for more. Thank you. "

3 Sep 22'

Jon Z reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Top 1-1 day at the forge. Really didn’t know what to expect as it was a present but really enjoyed. Super relaxed but informative from Jon. I made a lovely kitchen knife to the shape I wanted. I felt totally safe in his hands and picked up some bits pretty quickly while others took a little more guidance. Be prepared as it’s a physical on your feet kinda day but that’s what I was expecting. Can’t wait to use the new knife in the kitchen."

31 Aug 22'

Yiannis reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I attended the Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day earlier this year and can honestly say it was one of the best organised experiences I have been on! You know how you turn up to some other experiences (like a driving one) and it's a bit naff and disappointing? This was not like that at all! You get stuck in within minutes! Jon is friendly and informative. He guides you when necessary but also leaves you to your own devices so you don't feel like you are being micromanaged. You can forge pretty much whatever knife you want, from a classic kitchen knife to your own custom design (I took a printout with me). There was a huge selection of woods to choose from for the knife handle too. Overall, a fantastic experience and a great way to spend the day! Highly recommended."

29 Aug 22'

Pete B reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I had a brilliant day, and it was a full day. Forged a 7.5 inch carving knife and made the teak handle as well. Loved every minute. It was the perfect counter point to a busy life. I've always been facinated by forge work and there is some family history behind it all as well. It was excellent just chatting and learning about the process and putting my own very basic skill to the test. The homemade sausage rolls were amazing too. Thank you so much."

22 Aug 22'

HappyHammerer reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"My sons bought me the “Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day” for my birthday. It’s a really brilliant experience day largely due to the skills of Jon not only in blacksmithing but in his skills as a teacher. Not only does he explain what to do and how, if asked, he will also explain the science behind the process he takes you through. I think the best praise I can give is that I was working with Jon for 9 hours and it felt more like 30mins I was so absorbed in what I was doing. Be warned, there’s currently a 6 month lead time on these experience days as they are understandably so popular. "

21 Aug 22'

Callum Wilsn reviewed: Learn the Basics of Blacksmithing and Forging- Beginner Experience Day

"I highly recommend anyone who has an interest in taking up blacksmithing to take this course! Jon is an excellent teacher and very knowledgeable. Very much enjoyed my time and will be taking up blacksmithing using all the basic skills Jon has taught me! "

12 Aug 22'

Kevin J reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Best experience day by far... My son and I spent the day with Jon making a kitchen knife. From a bear metal bar to the completed knife. Jon's knowledge is second to none, and make the day. We also took up the food offer, and it's well worth it. Cannot recommend highly enough."

10 Aug 22'

Artur Gascon reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"What an amazing experience! Highly recommended for everybody! Jon was amazing at taking me through all the steps involved in forging a kitchen knife. The passion was visible from the start and involved an in-depth chat about why every step is necessary making it very enjoyable and pleasant. You are not going to regret doing any course with Jon!"

10 Aug 22'

Tom reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I spent the day with Jon on his new axe forging experience. What an absolute pleasure! Jon is very passionate about blacksmithing. He's an excellent teacher. He took me through each step of the process involved in forging my own axe head and carving my own handle. I've come away with a fantastic day to remember, a unique axe - that will cut ;-) and the feeling that I could actually do lots of the steps involved in replicating this process with the right equipment. I can't recommend Jon's experience days highly enough. I'll certainly be coming back for another session in the future."

8 Aug 22'

Rick P reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"A brilliant day! Jon is a great teacher and the course was well paced and structured. He explained each stage, demonstrated as required and then coached me through the various stages in the knife making process. Definitely a course I would strongly recommend."

25 May 22'

Nicci reviewed: Couples Date Day- Best Date Ever!- Blacksmithing Experience Day

"Most amazing day!"

20 May 22'

Sharon and Ross reviewed: Forge Your Own Wedding Rings- Blacksmithing Experience Day

"We had the most amazing day making our wedding rings. Jon was a really great teacher, and it was such a great experience. I was quite apprehensive as I haven't done anything like it before. With Jon's expert guidance the rings are beautiful and we will love them everyday knowing that we forged them together! I would highly recommend it or any of the other courses Jon offers. Thank you"

28 Apr 22'

Ana reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"We had the best day Jon is a fantastic tutor and went through all the safety aspects related to the knife-making day to make sure we were working safely at all times throughout all the different stages. Jon was very good at explaining all the techniques required and he would offer to support or fix whenever we made a little mistake. The course is very well-paced and does not feel rushed. We went home very happy and with an amazing pair of knives. Excellent experience and very much recommended. Thanks Jon!"

14 Apr 22'

James Cumming reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I would highly recommend this experience! A huge thank you to Jon Kerr, who carried out an enthusiastic and highly knowledgeable induction prior to a day crafting my own custom knife! A real mans shed day with all the kit!!"

18 Mar 22'

Sian & Stef reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"We had a fantastic time, probably the best experience day we have ever done. Jon was excellent, he's friendly, knowledgeable and a great teacher. We came away with a quality knife each, neither of us expected to make anything near so good. Highly recommend to anyone."

6 Mar 22'

Nigel reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I was given this experience by my partner for Christmas. I have always wanted to try my hand at Blacksmithing so my expectations were quite high even though I didn't know what to expect from the day. I did the experience with my partner's son & well the day was amazing & far exceeded my expectations. Jon is very knowledgeable & quite happy to leave you to create your blade with very useful information along the way & at no point were you made to feel rushed & at the end of the day you come away with an amazing knife that you have made yourself from a piece of steel at the start. I will never forget my day & the wonderful memories that were created that will live with me for the rest of my life as will the knife. Thank you Jon."

5 Mar 22'

Ollie reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"We were given the knife crafting course for a Christmas present & it was an outstanding day! Jon is exceptionally talented, knowledgable and patient, I would visit the forge again in the future to craft more and above all would highly recommend to anyone with an itch to create. Thanks again Jon & all the best"

11 Feb 22'

Steve T. reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I attended the course today and found it an absolutely superb experience. Jon is an excellent teacher and his knowledge and enthusiasm makes the day a joyous adventure. I highly recommend this course for anyone wishing to try their hand at blacksmithing. Thanks Jon"

23 Jan 22'

Geoff Kendall reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"My partner and I had an absolutely brilliant day with Jon at the forge last weekend. Jon quickly senses how much help you need in each of the many and interesting tasks involved in making a knife, and is happy to stand back while you do everything while always being ready to step in if needed. We left at the end of the day clutching something that we felt *we* made, which is brilliant. Jon is passionate about the craft and an excellent teacher. His energy and enthusiasm is infectious, which is really important as it really is a full day and I could imagine it feeling quite tedious with the wrong person. I thoroughly recommend a day at Kerr Forge - you won’t regret it!"

17 Jan 22'

Devin and Ashlea reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"The couple's knife making experience at Kerr forge was incredible and we couldn't recommend it enough. Jon was an absolutely fantastic, very knowledgeable teacher and craftsman who guided us through the blacksmithing fundamentals. We got to be very hands on in the making of our knife and were over the moon about the end product. All round an excellent day. Thank you very much Jon we look forward to coming back to Kerr forge to craft some more amazing metalwork!"

12 Jan 22'

Globalidentity reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Had a great day with John. I've done a previous blacksmith's day making a candle stick holder and a fire poker elsewhere and this was just as good. Made a fantastic knife and lots of good feedback from my grown-up kids on the results - so it must have been good. Will have to try and think of something else to make so I can go back again."

12 Jan 22'

Daniel Sandford Smith reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"My son and I spent a really enjoyable day at Jon's forge. We both made rather different knifes which we are really happy with but as much as being happy with product we really enjoyed the process. Jon is a really good teacher, friendly and knowledgeable. He is really good at knowing where to offer advice and help which means that it feels as if you have made the knife even though you know you couldn't have done it without it. Highly recommended."

23 Dec 21'

Julie Bass reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Purchased a knife making day for my sons 18th Birthday. He had an amazing day and the knife he made is awesome! Very good instruction in a friendly atmosphere. Just waiting on make an axe day and we will be re booking! ??"

16 Dec 21'

Karen and Graham Brett reviewed: Forge Your Own Viking Jewellery- Blacksmithing Experience Day

"We spent a fantastic day with Jon today making two pendants, a bangle, a hair pin and a ring. Jon is very knowledgeable, a great teacher, very patient and makes learning easy and fun. We would love to return again one day to learn more - in the meantime we have the wonderful pieces we made today to enjoy wearing and showing off to everyone we know!"

26 Oct 21'

Alex B reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Jon was incredibly knowledgeable and super helpful, explaining things in detail and helping us to make some lovely knives. I will definitely be back for an axe making course!"