Hammer and Hound Forge

Contact name: Alex

296
Total bookings

Rating

(83)

over 1 year
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Hammer and Hound Forge is a traditional blacksmith's workshop in Blyth, Northumberland, Uk owned by award winning blacksmith Alex Sowden, who you might have seen before on Sky Arts' "The Prince's Master Crafters", or BBC1's "Make It At Market". We offer a variety of experiences in metalwork for all skill levels, including tuition in welding and fabrication, forging damascus steel, jewellery techniques and much more! We produce kits of hand forged woodworking supplies, as well as tools for other crafts, though our stock is often forged on commission. We also take on larger work, such as forging gates and railings, overthrows, staircases and all variety of ironwork. If you have any questions for us, please get in touch!

Courses, kits & gifts

platinum award

BLYTH

Beginners Knife Forging Day

1 day

Next date: 3rd Aug 2025

2 places left

(20)

£155.00

platinum award

BLYTH

Blacksmithing Beginners Day

1 day

Next date: 5th Jul 2025

1 place left

(36)

£149.00

platinum award

BLYTH

Damascus Steel Knife forging

2 days

Next date: 6th Sep 2025

2 places left

(8)

£349.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

27 Apr 25'

Marc reviewed: Beginners Knife Forging Day

"Beginners Knife Forging Day This was a birthday present from my partner - and an excellent present it was too. The day was well structured, ensuring everyone was able to complete their knife in time. Alex is a very knowledgeable and attentive teacher who intervenes only when needed, to keep things on the straight and narrow - literally! A great experience. Thank you Alex. "

20 Apr 25'

Rachael reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners Day

"We had an amazing day!!. I was surprised how much we made and how much we learnt. Alex is a great teacher, always attentive and stepping in with guidance where needed. I have already recommended to my friends."

20 Apr 25'

Todd Lawrence reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners Day

"Amazing day for my 13 year old. Very engaged and teaching was excellent. Alex was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Brilliant, just brilliant. "

14 Apr 25'

Nathan reviewed: Damascus Steel Knife forging

"Came here for a Father-Son forging experience. The guidance was immaculate, the final product was exactly what we wanted, and we still use the Knives we made every day. We'll be back again to forge some more!"