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Knifemaking Course in Cheshire

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Knifemaking Course in Cheshire
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Knifemaking courses in Cheshire! Discover the traditional art of blacksmithing as you hand-forge your very own Blacksmith’s knife and Chef’s knife during this one-day workshop at an authentic forge in Ellesmere Port. You will be welcomed by artisan blacksmith Alex, a skilled heritage craftsman who uses traditional forging techniques to create everything from large metalwork pieces to handcrafted blades. During the workshop, you will create two knives, each with a forged metal blade and handle. Classes are limited to just five students, giving everyone their own hearth and plenty of hands-on guidance. Alex will demonstrate each stage of the process as you transform steel blanks into unique, fully functional knives. There’s something incredibly satisfying about heating steel in the fire, working it over the anvil and watching your knives gradually take shape. It’s a physical and rewarding experience, with two handcrafted blades to show for your hard work. Your knifemaking experience takes place in Alex’s authentic Victorian workshop, dating back to 1885 and located within the National Waterways Museum on the south pier of Ellesmere Port. Immerse yourself in traditional knifemaking in Cheshire and, best of all, take both of your handcrafted knives home with you.

  • Valid for 12 months
  • Cheshire
  • Flexible Booking
  • Gift Pack Options
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Overview

  • A full-day Knifemaking course
  • Learn to make a hand-forged knife
  • At Alex's Victorian Ellesmere Port forge 
  • Within the National Waterways Museum

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    • Enjoy a Knifemaking day in a genuine Victorian Forge built in 1885
    • Expert tuition from an experienced Bladesmith
    • Learn traditional bladesmithing techniques using the fire, hammer and anvil
    • Learn how to forge a Blacksmith's knife and Chef's knife you can call your own
    • Take home your forged creation
    • You will form part of a small group of up to five participants
    • Tees and coffees are provided
    • Minimum age is 18
    • A good general level of fitness is required for this experience
    • Not suitable for spectators
    • Minimum age is 18
    • A good general level of fitness is required for this experience

    Location:

    • The National Waterways Museum, The Wirral, Cheshire
    • Convenient access to the forge being one minute off the M53 at Junction 9
    • Minimum Age: 18 years

  •   1 Location in the UK

    • Cheshire
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Minimum Age: 18 years

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