Blacksmithing Experience Day – 12th August 2025 Stroud

Forge, Create, Take Home – Blacksmithing Experience Day, Slad, Stroud.

(Note: Experience day vouchers can also be purchased at the Stroud Farmer’s Market Stall most Saturdays – these are redeemable for any experience day. Just turn up to buy one, or email me or text/whatsapp on 07951 761 421)

Ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s your chance to dive into the world of fire, hammer, and steel in a fun, beginner-friendly experience.

We’ll start the day with a hot drink and a relaxed chat about health & safety. Then, it’s off to the forge to practice the techniques used by blacksmiths for centuries. At first you’ll practise on offcuts of steel just to learn a few basic techniques, then your first creation will be a classic: a forged hook. This will require several techniques, from drawing out a taper, to scrolling to twisting.

After a break, you’ll have some freedom to choose your next project (from a list of options I suggest and have stock for), with several options to inspire your creativity. And the best part? You get to take everything you make home!

Our small group size (maximum 4 participants) ensures you get plenty of one-on-one guidance from me. We’ll wrap up by 4:30 PM, but if you need a bit more time to complete your project, we’ll happily stay a little longer (within reason!)

Come get hands-on with this ancient craft, enjoy the day, and walk away with something handmade by YOU.

IMPORTANT BITS IN SUMMARY:

• We start at 10:30am
• Please bring a packed lunch
• Wear natural fibres if possible (polyester can melt! Cotton is good, wool likely too warm!)
• Leather aprons, googles and gloves will be provided
• We aim to have fun forging things all day until we finish around 4:30pm, but I’m not too strict and we can stay a little after if needed (within reason!).

(Note: Experience day vouchers can also be purchased at the Stroud Farmer’s Market Stall most Saturdays – these are redeemable for any experience day. Just turn up to buy one, or email me or text/whatsapp on 07951 761 421)