A W Artist Blacksmiths reviews

9 May 19'

Buster reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I received the course for Christmas and I'm so delighted I did! The course was incredibly enjoyable and very easy to follow. The instructions were thorough and clearly explained. Adrian, Debbie and Andy were a delight to spend time with and the lunch was to die for! Highly recommend!!"

8 May 19'

Martin and Matt reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Got this as a Christmas present and it was one of the best gifts I’ve had. Really friendly and helpful, put us right at ease. Suitable for complete novice, can’t recommend it enough. You will not be disappointed, certainly have the bug now! Thanks to Adrian and Debbie, a great experience."

7 May 19'

Stu reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Given to me as a birthday present and would absolutely recommend (not just for the lunch, flapjack and cake, which were awesome). The day was great - from the start it was just get stuck in and give it a go, under Adrian and Andy’s guidance. It’s as challenging as you want to make it, great fun and really opens your eyes to what goes into working with metal - (you’ll never look at a hook the same way again), and of course you get your creations to take away. Really recommend the course and the forge. Brilliant day thanks!"

7 May 19'

Timber Turner reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Absolutely amazing day, best Christmas present ever, wish I lived nearer!!! The course was very informative and hands on (can’t wait to book again). The guys went out of their way to give me the best blacksmith experience beyond anything I thought it would be!!! Big thanks to Debbie for refreshments and lunch. Hopefully see you all soon ."

5 May 19'

William Pritchard reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"My wife bought this as a gift for my birthday. What an excellent day. The instructions were clear and we were helped along the way to achieve good end results - I was amazed about what I achieved. I proudly took home my efforts, and my young grandson was amazed with the results. It was informal, relaxed and friendly with the addition of a lovely lunch and snacks provided by Debbie. My friends will all be hearing about this great day. I would recommend this day to those wanting to understand the process and maybe start a new hobby. Thank you Adrian Andy and Debbie. Plus a big thank you to my wife Lesley for this wonderful gift."

26 Apr 19'

Jason Crawford reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A great introductory day to blacksmithing. Easy going, knowledgeable guys in a working blacksmiths shop with good food thrown in. Highly recommended."

22 Apr 19'

Mark Blayney reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great day, thoroughly recommended. A well organised very 'hands on' practical experience event. The guys are friendly, informative and supportive. You get great cake and I've come home with a dragon - what more could you possibly want? Cheers. Mark"

21 Apr 19'

Ian Old reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Decided to do this course as a father and son event. I was expecting to a make a keyring and a single coat hook. After completing the key ring, I was somewhat surprised when Adrian showed the dragon coat triple hook. However, given the excellent support and guidance from Adrian and Andy, I did indeed achieve a triple coat hook. It has been put up in the utility room today. I really enjoyed the day and would recommend it to one and all. No prior experience is needed (I have not worked on metal since first year of secondary school (46 years ago!)) and there is no need for huge biceps. The course was effective, interesting, relaxed and informal. The instructors are very approachable. Student mistakes were corrected easily. The whole day was great fun and passed too quickly. The food/refreshments were very good throughout. Flapjack and biscuits on arrival, chilli and jacket potato, followed by fruit crumble and cheese for lunch and finally, once the course had finished, biscuits, flapjacks and cake. My son has already mentioned coming back for a second course and I may well bring my daughter as well."

20 Apr 19'

Judith Blackburn reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"My husband and I had been entranced with a beautiful garden bench created by Adrian. Also a swallow sculpture he’d done - both of which we purchased and he installed. I needed to come on a course to appreciate the work and skill, not to mention the creative imagination he puts into his work. I was not disappointed. It’s hard and hot work! All on the course were encouraged throughout by Adrian and Andy. It was such fun with us all comparing efforts throughout the day. Add to this the wonderful food created by Debbie and you have a gem of a day to take away - not only new skills and appreciation, but new friends too. Thank you all."

17 Apr 19'

Michael Peter Bennett reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I spent the day with these amazing guys and I learned loads. The food was fantastic. You are give exactly the attention /coaching you need. I can highly recommend this course. I will be coming back to do some tool making."

17 Apr 19'

Joe Spence reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I really enjoyed this course, the teaching and support from Ade & Andy was great and enabled everyone to make something really good to take home. Debbie provided us with tea, cakes and lunch to keep us hammering through the day. Thankyou!"

15 Apr 19'

Gary Pearson reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I had this bought as a birthday present from my wife. Really enjoyed the day. Adrian, Debbie and Andy were the perfect hosts. Would definitely like to come back and try something else."

15 Apr 19'

Anne and Bob reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I bought this as a present for my husband and decided to join him. What an excellent day. The instructions were clear and we were helped along the way to achieve good end results - I was amazed about what I achieved. Both of us proudly took home our efforts. It was informal, relaxed and friendly with the addition of a lovely lunch and snacks. Our friends will all be hearing about our great day. I would recommend this day to those wanting to understand the process and maybe start a new hobby. Thank you Adrian and Andy. Anne and Bob"

15 Apr 19'

Heather Rose reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I bought the beginners taster day as a present for my partner and decided to go along too. It was a brilliant day from start to finish. The whole team were lovely, clear instructions and a fun environment. I was really pleased with what we all produced in the day and got to take home. Highly recommend this to anyone looking at giving blacksmithing a go."

15 Apr 19'

Derek Robson reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Had a fantastic day, Adrian and Andy were friendly and informative. I was thinking 'I will never be able to make that', however the step by step approach and demonstration made it a lot clear and easier to follow and I was able to produce some thing that at least resembled the key ring and coat hanger. I would fully recommend this course."

15 Apr 19'

Kev Senior reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I hadn't hammered hot metal for over thirty years since I was at secondary school and after Adrian's demonstrating what we were to do, I thought ' I can't do that'. However, I did and produced two very pleasing pieces of work of which I'm very proud. The whole day's experience was first class and a Christmas present to myself. I thoroughly recommend it, but the only caveat I'll apply is, if you're watching your waistline then Debbie's cooking won't help. Wish I'd done it years ago, but might do it again. Also, I'm planning on doing the Design & Make course in June 2020. Many thanks Adrian, Andy and of course, Debbie."

14 Apr 19'

Joanne Adamczyk reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I had a great time on the blacksmithing taster day today. I have never done anything like this before but came away with a real sense of achievement, keen to do more. Really patient instruction and careful supervision. We were really well fed too, delicious home cooked lunch and cakes. Excellent, thank you."

14 Apr 19'

Michael White reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"An awesome day with good company, great food and first class teaching and assistance. As a taster day it was brilliant with well chosen projects and made me consider further days. Thanks to the team you were fantastic. Mick"

13 Apr 19'

Nicki Hartley reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Overall an excellent day. Everything was clearly explained and help was at hand whenever needed. Really chuffed with what we managed to achieve making a key ring and dragon coat rack which involved learning various techniques. The food and refreshments are all homemade and are delicious. Big thanks ?"

4 Apr 19'

Chris Whitfield reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A very good enjoyable day lovely people and a good informative course. Thanks chris"

2 Apr 19'

John Hinchcliffe reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Never tried blacksmithing before or been particularly practical. Adrian and Andy will gentle you through lots of elements of the skill and help you do things you never dreamed you were capable of. Debbie's cooking is first rate and the whole day is full of good food, good conversation and good fun. Brilliant value, will be back!"

31 Mar 19'

Leigh Austin reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"My first time black smithing, my wife got me this course for my 60th birthday treat the day before the course as I kept saying how much I enjoyed watching Kev Paxton at his forge in Scotland on TV. Much needed cup of tea on arrival and after quick H&S talk straight down to work. Very helpful and informative demonstrations from Adrian and surprised myself with how well I did ! Completely out of my comfort zone after 38 years working in NHS. Excellent food at lunch time to build us up for more forging. Ended day with tea and cake some excellent conversation and 2 pieces of work I did myself. Can't wait to do another course. Thanks to Debbie, Adrian and Andy and to all the other people who attended on the 30th March I really enjoyed all your company and hope to meet up with you again on future sessions."

31 Mar 19'

Alex Kahn reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really great and fun day. Fantastic instructions given in an informative and useful way. We had the freedom to add our own touches if we wanted to le to the thing we made feeling like ours. Food was delicious finished off the day perfectly."

30 Mar 19'

Joanne Waters reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really friendly, helpful and made me feel at ease, excellent day!!! Thankyou so much. And to debbie for the lovely food and cake. I had a brilliant birthday many thanks."

19 Mar 19'

Simon reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Another amazing day with Adrian, Andy and Debbie making garden flowers. This is my second time blacksmithing and each time I learn another skill and leave with a lovely creation (even if I do say so myself). Adrian and Andy are so skilled they are able to assist you with each project and I would highly recommend any of the courses to anyone of any ability. Needless to say I have booked on another course and wil most doubtlessly booked on many more to come. Thank you Adrian, Andy and Debbie."