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Blacksmithing Experience Day – Beginners Blacksmithing Stroud

Name: Blacksmithing Experience Day – Beginners Blacksmithing Stroud
Brand: Soulful Iron
Price: 140 GBP
Availability: InStock

£140

/ per person

All materials, tools & safety equipment included

A full introduction to traditional blacksmithing. Learn the fundamentals, work with real tools, and leave with 1 or 2 pieces you forged yourself.

Beginner-friendly — no experience needed
Small group setting (max 4 people)
Create your own forged piece to take home
Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire

Choose Your Option

Book an Experience Buy a Gift Voucher instead

Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months and can be used for any experience day.

Available Dates & Spaces

Sunday 8th March 2026

Sold Out

Wednesday 4th March 2026

Sold Out

Small group sizes by design. Dates often sell out in advance.

No date below that suits? Contact me and I may be able to add a specific date for you

What to Expect on the Day

Forge with Fire & Steel – A Hands-On Blacksmithing Experience Where You Craft Your Own Piece to Take Home. Perfect for Beginners

(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 we’ve forged a hook, we’ll move on to forge something else, often a poker as this lends itself well to group work.

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 5pm, but I’m not too strict and we can stay till 6pm if needed to help you finish something.

You can book a date below, or to buy a Blacksmithing gift voucher, valid for 12 months, click here.

Important Information

Timings

Start time: 10:30am
Finish time: Around 5pm (can stay until 6pm if needed)

What to Bring

Packed lunch
Drinks (tea & coffee provided)

What to Wear

Natural fibres recommended (cotton or wool)
Avoid polyester and synthetic fabrics
Sturdy, closed-toe footwear

Provided by Us

Leather aprons
Gloves & safety goggles
All tools and materials

Download Your Visitor Checklist

Before your experience day, download our printable checklist with everything you need to know — what to wear, what to bring, and how to prepare for your day at the forge.

Download the Experience Checklist (PDF)

Trusted by People Who've Experienced It Firsthand

Real words from people who stepped into the forge.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Absolutely incredible experience. Mike is a brilliant teacher and the forge is amazing. Left with a knife I'm genuinely proud of.

James T.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bought this as a gift for my husband — he hasn't stopped talking about it. The perfect present for someone who has everything.

David R.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had zero experience and was a bit nervous, but the guidance was fantastic. Such a unique and memorable day.

Sarah M.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The atmosphere, the skill, the patience — everything was spot on. Already planning my next visit.

Emma L.

Blacksmithing Course FAQ

What Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) do you provide?

All PPE will be provided. Googles and leather aprons MUST be worn at all times in the workshop. Ear defenders are available when needed.

Do I need to bring my own PPE?

No, don’t worry. We provide all PPE equipment.

What is the minimum age requirement for Blacksmithing experiences?

The minimum age for Blacksmithing experiences at Soulful Iron, is 11. That said, between years 11 and 18, we need an adult present. The adult can take part (if they pay for a session), or can just drink tea/coffee and watch if they prefer!

Do I have to be fit to do a Blacksmithing experience day?

Whilst you need to be able to hold tongs and swing a hammer, you don’t need to be super-fit. I’ve taught people from age 11 up to mid-late 70’s, and people so far have always left with something they’ve made!

What should I wear for my Blacksmithing experience day or course

Natural fibres! Avoid any polyester or other synthetic fibres, as they can MELT. So go for cotton, actual wool (not synthetic), and good, sturdy footwear. NO SANDLES OR OPEN SHOES (sorry, I shouldn’t even have to say that, but…)

Are there any restrictions on jewelry or hair in the forge?

No restrictions as such. But long hair must be tied back or tied up (for safety). Jewelry. We recommend removing all rings if possible (we use machinery).

Should I bring a packed lunch, or are food/drinks provided?.

Bring your own packed lunch (a fridge is available), but there’s unlimited tea & coffee in the forge 🙂