Blacksmith Experience Day for Two in Cumbria
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Product ID: 12454
On a daylong blacksmith adventure in Cumbria, start forging with a friend or a loved one. Learn everything there is to know about a blacksmith's job by visiting Richard at his forge in the Cumbrian countryside. You will create your very own forged object to take home throughout the course of this entire day. The metal is being worked in the same manner as it has been for thousands of years; this is the greatest example of traditional artisan craftsmanship. Richard has been pursuing his love for blacksmithing and earning a career from metal work since 2009. He is now sharing his knowledge with pupils who visit his specially designed training forge.
- Valid for 12 months
- 1 Location in the UK
- Flexibe Booking
- Gift Pack Options
- Free Exchanges
- Instant Delivery
Had a great day with very skilled craftsman, looking forward to going back.
Reviewed by: Kenny
A very good introduction to blacksmithing at the forge. Richard was a very good teacher and our expectations were fully met
Reviewed by: Andrew robso
Overview
- Blacksmithing days in Brampton near Carlisle
- Workshops in a purpose-built teaching forge
- Learn to forge using traditional techniques and tools
- Take your hand-made forged item home with you
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- Introduction to the craft of the blacksmith
- Design and create your own unique item, such as a poker, decorative item, bottle opener, hand tool etc
- Learn key blacksmithing and forge techniques such as lighting and maintaining the fire, tapering, bending, twisting, upsetting and riveting
- Refreshments are included
- A break for lunch (lunch not provided)
- You will take home a finished article, made yourself using traditional blacksmithing techniques
- Please allow 8 hours for this experience
- Days generally start at 09.30 and finish around 17:30
- You will form part of a small group of up to 4 participants
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- Experiences generally operate on selected Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the year
- Occasional Saturday dates may be available upon request
- Dates are subject to availability
Location:
- Brampton, Cumbria
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- Minimum age 18
- A good, general level of fitness is required
- If you have any health or mobility conditions that may impede your ability to participate please advise this at the time of booking
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- Not suitable for spectators
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- Minimum Age: 18 years
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- Experiences generally operate with a minimum of 2-3 participants. In the unlikely event minimum numbers are not reached your date may be re-scheduled
General Forge Health and Safety- Participants should wear old, sensible clothing (non synthetic), long trousers and sturdy leather boots or shoes
- The forge can be cold so wearing layers is ideal
- Long hair must be tied back
- Safety glasses (provided) must be worn at all times inside the workshop
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1 Location in the UK
- Cumbria
Customer Reviews for the Blacksmith Experience Day for Two in Cumbria
Had a great day with very skilled craftsman, looking forward to going back.
Reviewed by: Kenny
A very good introduction to blacksmithing at the forge. Richard was a very good teacher and our expectations were fully met
Reviewed by: Andrew robso
Fabulous day, really hands on, learnt a lot. Hard work and dirty though, not for the faint hearted. Came away with a poker and a bracelet.
Reviewed by: Clare
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