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Blacksmith workshops and demonstration days

9th October 2022 By Kevin Wright

Date and times of this event.
Date(s) - 09/10/2022
Time(s) - 10:00 - 16:00


Do you fancy turning your hand to traditional forge work?

Blacksmith workshops and demonstration days are again taking place this year with our in house Blacksmith Alex Sowden.

The workshops are taking place on the 9 October 2022 between 10.00am and 4.00pm. You can practice key techniques used in traditional forge work, as well as learning all about the history and heritage of blacksmithing in the North East.

The cost to attend is £85 per person. Light lunch is provided, a maximum of 3 people can attend the workshop which is open to over 18s only.

Please ring us on 01388 537 505 for more information and to book your place.

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