Blacksmithing Experience Day – Beginners Blacksmithing Stroud
£140
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 6 people)
- Create your own forged piece to take home
- Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire
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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)
A Blacksmithing Experience for Complete Beginners
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. It’s a one-day blacksmith course for beginners, so you don’t need any experience at all.
What You’ll Do on the Day
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 6 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, goggles and gloves will be provided
- We aim to have fun forging things all day until around 4:30pm, but I’m not too strict and we can stay a bit longer if needed to help you finish something.
(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)
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: 4:30pm
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
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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.
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Blacksmithing Course FAQ
What Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) do you provide?
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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 🙂
Ready to Experience It Yourself?
Step into the forge, work with real fire and steel, and leave with something you made with your own hands.