Bill's Workshop

Contact name: Billy Goodworth

14
Total bookings

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(10)

over 1 year
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Bill's Workshop is a bespoke blacksmithing and woodwork company dedicated to providing a unique outlook on the creation of products. After a apprenticeship in blacksmithing and now with years of experience we have started offing courses to ignite the creativity in others and share our skills to bring the unique craft to others. All our courses take place at Pathhill Outdoors which has been a huge part of my life as I am also a bushcraft and outdoor instructor. This fantastic venue offers 'The Woodland Forge' an off grid traditional blacksmiths workshop set in stunning woodland. A wonderful place to escape and spend a day learning new skills.

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2 Apr 25'

Stephanie reviewed: Garden Sculpture Course

"I absolutely LOVED this course and highly recommend to anyone and everyone who fancies exploring their creativity! I have always wanted to explore metalworking and creating sculptures and when I came across the course for garden sculpture I was super enthused. I love gardening and to create my own pieces was a joy. Billy is a consummate professional and a great instructor. Having just two of us on the course meant we got a lot of training and input from the first instruction on what the day would hold to how the forge worked, working the metal through to welding. I loved every minute and will definitely be looking for more opportunities to create more garden sculptures. Between Billy and Stu, my co-learner and I were learning and creating all day. The icing on the cake was the beautiful location, nestled in the trees. A truly mindful, joyful day"

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Hi Stephanie, I'm thrilled you had such a joyous and creative day with us! It was a pleasure to teach someone so enthusiastic and energetic about sculpture and getting to grips with the art form. You are welcome back anytime! Take care and keep crafting! - Billy"

6 Mar 25'

Rhiannon reviewed: Garden Sculpture Course

"I was very lucky to get the last spot on the blacksmithing garden sculpture course. Never done any blacksmithing before but Billy was brilliant. Everything was explained really well with much humour and patience, the area is stunning, properly feels like in the middle of nowhere and you get to walk away with some beautiful creations that you did yourself. I also got to have a go using a grinder and a MIG welder, none of which I've used before, but under Billy's tutelage I was more than happy with. A brilliant day overall and I have something to show for my efforts that doesn't take up any more space in the house."

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Hey Rhiannon! Thanks for much for the kind review and i'm thoroughly pleased you enjoyed your day in the forge! It was great hosting you and hope to see you again in the future on a different course perhaps, until then i hope the massive mushrooms you made enjoy there new garden spot! All the best Billy"

30 Jun 24'

Stephen reviewed: Traditional Blacksmith Experience Day

"I really enjoyed this day, Billy actually adapted this day to suit the participants and this is great . Always looking to make the day great and get everyone creating . Left with many things made myself and actually impressed with . Instruction is top notch , all steps are clear , and managed to execute on all various aspects of this course . Loved it , it’s a great day. Location is outdoors and perfect for not only the weather but for this type of experience to get out side and do stuff that’s fun, engaging and hands on. Will def be doing more forging "

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Awesome that you have come back so soon and once again had a thrilling day! you made some brilliant pieces that you should be very proud of, forging is not an easy thing and you have definitely got to grips with the craft, I hope you are able to use the BBQ skewers this summer!, they came out particularly well! I hope to see you again on another course soon - All the best - Billy "

30 Jun 24'

Stephen reviewed: Blacksmiths knife forging course

"Really enjoyed this knife among course and is something I wanted to to do for a long time . The outdoors forge and environment make it ideal for getting out and doing something interesting and worth while. Instruction is excellent, able to follow and execute all steps with clarity, albeit taking many times longer than the master himself of course ;) "

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Hi Stephen! Glad you has such an enjoyable time, it was a pleasure having you in the forge and you are welcome back anytime! see you soon - Billy "