3 Hour Blacksmith Experience - Hereford
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About the experience
Have you ever wanted to learn about the age-old methods and traditions of blacksmithing? Look no further than Oldfield Forge, located in the heart of West Herefordshire countryside at Garway Hill. Join their merry band of blacksmiths and create your very own forged iron piece while surrounded by the beautiful wildflower meadows, woodlands, and shepherd huts. As you listen to the chirping of the birds and swishing of the trees in the wind, you'll hear the sound of metal on metal from the bustling blacksmith's forge. This family-run ironwork business produces everything from latches, stays, bells, and tie-backs to bespoke designed and forged gates and furniture. With their contemporary and classic styles, Oldfield Forge showcases our industrial heritage at its best, producing high-quality practical and artistic ironwork. Experience the blacksmithing tradition firsthand with Oldfield Forge's introductory three and five-hour blacksmithing experiences. Under the watchful eye of highly skilled blacksmiths, you'll create a handcrafted keepsake to take home. Take the opportunity to discover the traditions of blacksmithing that are being kept alive at this wonderful forge.
- Hosted by Oldfield Forge Blacksmith near Hereford
- Learn how to forge metal to make your own piece
- Al the instructions and materials you need included
- A lovely family-run forge in the countryside
- This voucher is for the 3 hour experience
- Learn traditional blacksmithing techniques
- Choose from a 3 or 5 hour experience
- Use heat and a hammer to forge a practical or decorative item from raw iron
- Create a keepsake with your very own hands to take home with you
- Take away a beautiful crafted piece of ironwork, created by you!
- You will form part of a small group of up to 8 participants
Examples of items you can create
- 3 Hour: Fire poker, candlestick holder, bottle opener, key ring, letter opener, toasting fork etc
- 5 Hour: Rose, boot scraper, wall coat rack, candlestick, paper/viking knife etc
Information
- Minimum age 18
- Weekdays and selected Saturdays throughout the year
- All dates are subject to availability
- Due to popularity please book well in advance to avoid disappointment, weekends especially get booked quickly
Minimum Age: 18 years
- A picnic lunch is available to purchase for an additional £8.50 payable when booking your date
- Not suitable for spectators
Locations
- Herefordshire
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