1-Day Blacksmithing Courses 2025
Take time out of your daily hustle and bustle and have a crack at being a Blacksmith for a day. Select from a range of dates throughout the year.
Discover the art of traditional blacksmithing at Patterson's Spade Mill with our immersive 1-day course. Dive into a hands-on experience where history meets craftsmanship, learning time-honored forging techniques under the expert guidance of our skilled blacksmiths. By the end of the day, you’ll craft a one-of-a-kind piece to take home.
Looking for a unique gift idea? You can now “Gift an Experience” with Patterson’s! Purchase a gift ticket for a friend or family member to enjoy a Blacksmithing Class. After purchasing, you'll receive a beautifully styled gift ticket by email—perfect for sharing a truly memorable experience.
Please note, each ticket is valid for one-time use only and is tracked in our system. Unfortunately, we cannot accept duplicate or previously redeemed tickets. Please contact our support team for further assistance.
Please note:
- Students should wait in the reception area to be shown through to the forge/workshop area. Please be on time as late arrival can interrupt the class.
- Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty and sensible footwear (preferably work boots or shoes).
- Bring either bottled water or your own refillable bottle. Pack a lunch or use nearby facilities.
- There is a wheelchair available and audio loops installed. We can adapt the forge area to accommodate wheelchair users. Please let us know in advance if you require additional support.
- These classes are not suitable for children. Minimum age: 14.
- Dogs are not permitted within the workshop while classes are taking place.
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Take time out of your daily hustle and bustle and have a crack at being a Blacksmith for a day. Select from a range of dates throughout the year.
Discover the art of traditional blacksmithing at Patterson's Spade Mill with our immersive 1-day course. Dive into a hands-on experience where history meets craftsmanship, learning time-honored forging techniques under the expert guidance of our skilled blacksmiths. By the end of the day, you’ll craft a one-of-a-kind piece to take home.
Looking for a unique gift idea? You can now “Gift an Experience” with Patterson’s! Purchase a gift ticket for a friend or family member to enjoy a Blacksmithing Class. After purchasing, you'll receive a beautifully styled gift ticket by email—perfect for sharing a truly memorable experience.
Please note, each ticket is valid for one-time use only and is tracked in our system. Unfortunately, we cannot accept duplicate or previously redeemed tickets. Please contact our support team for further assistance.
Please note:
- Students should wait in the reception area to be shown through to the forge/workshop area. Please be on time as late arrival can interrupt the class.
- Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty and sensible footwear (preferably work boots or shoes).
- Bring either bottled water or your own refillable bottle. Pack a lunch or use nearby facilities.
- There is a wheelchair available and audio loops installed. We can adapt the forge area to accommodate wheelchair users. Please let us know in advance if you require additional support.
- These classes are not suitable for children. Minimum age: 14.
- Dogs are not permitted within the workshop while classes are taking place.