Aardvark Blacksmithing

Mark reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"I bought this experience with Rudi as a gift for my wife for our iron wedding anniversary and the whole thing has just been perfect and an experience neither of us will forget. Rudi has been nothing but professional, helpful, accommodating and friendly throughout the whole process, even before we had booked this course. It was just myself and my wife giving us an exclusive and personal experience. We arrived with ideas of what we wanted to make and it was just awe inspiring seeing him work out how he was going to get us making our objects. In no time we were both at the forge and anvil making our first items. We made wine glass holders for the garden, a decorative bracket for a bird feeder and some key rings. As mentioned in previous reviews the balance of close supervision and direction with being left alone was perfect. We would both thoroughly recommend this course to anyone interested. Thank you for such a lovely day Rudi. "

Katie S reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"I booked this for my boyfriend’s birthday and it exceeded expectations. We made a key ring and a clothes hook each and Rudi let us make a hatchet axe which we were unsure if we could make. He was very helpful and whilst we were making the key rings, took the time to plan and brainstorm the idea, to find the best way to make the axe. He had the perfect balance of helping us and leaving us to it. Overall a great experience and a great teacher, thanks Rudi! (and Rico)"

Aardvark Blacksmithing responded:

"Hi there thank you for your review Was a pleasure teaching you both and really pleased you both enjoyed the day Many thanks Rudi "

Alex reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"Great day! Had a lot of fun and learnt a lot. Made a pendant, knife and a fire poker all of which I got to take home. Good guidance but also left alone enough to try out what youve just learnt. Would highly recommend!"

Alan. and Matthew. reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"My son and I spent the day with Rudi on this course. It was a brilliant day if a little cold. Rudi is a great teacher and everything was hands on from the get go. Relaxed teaching, focusing on learning by doing rather than theory work. I specifically asked If we could learn to make arrow heads and medieval nails and Rudi didn't disappoint . By the end of the day, we had made Bodkin Arrow heads, nails and a pair of Blacksmithing tongs that we can use at home when I build my own forge. I thoroughly recommend this course if you are interested in learning some blacksmithing skills, but have no experience like us. "