{"id":"8h93z1q0","organisation":"gp6xuk2s","title":"The 2 Hour Taster","description":"2-Hour Forge Taster — Introduction to Blacksmithing\nA hands-on introduction to traditional blacksmithing, designed for complete beginners and those curious to try the forge for the first time.\nDuring this two-hour session, you’ll work at the anvil using fire, hammer and hand-blown bellows, learning the fundamentals of shaping hot steel and leaving with a forged item you’ve made yourself.\n

\nWhat you’ll do\nYou’ll begin with a welcome to the forge, a short safety briefing, and an introduction to the tools and fires. Once the plan is set, you’ll learn how to light, control and work a traditional forging fire using the bellows.\nGuided step by step by the blacksmith, you’ll heat steel, move it under the hammer, and learn essential techniques such as drawing out, twisting and shaping — gaining a real feel for how hot metal behaves.\n

\nWhat you’ll make\nYou’ll forge a practical steel item to take home — often a twisted fire starter or bottle opener — chosen to teach core blacksmithing skills while creating something genuinely useful.\n

\nWho it’s for\n

\nComplete beginners\n
\nNo previous experience required\n
\nSuitable for individuals, couples, and small groups\n
\nA great taster for anyone considering a longer course\n

\nThe work is physical but paced and fully supported.\n

\nWhat’s included\n

\nAll forging tools and safety equipment (excluding footwear)\n
\nMaterials\n
\nTea, coffee and water\n
\nExpert tuition in a small-group setting\n

\nWhat to wear & bring\n

\nLong sleeves and long trousers (cotton or denim recommended)\n
\nSturdy boots (no open-toe footwear)\n
\nWarm layers — the forge can be cold away from the fires\n
\nLunch or snacks if needed\n

\nLong hair must be tied back. Please speak to your doctor before booking if you have concerns about physical activity.\n

\nGroup discounts\n

\n5% off when booking for 2\n
\n10% off when booking for 4
\n(Automatically applied at checkout)

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