Experience

Kids Club: Introduction to Blacksmithing

£75.00

DATES

ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE

This course is designed for children aged between 11 and 15 years old who would love to try their hand at blacksmithing.

On this course the participants will be taught step-by-step how to forge a beautiful hook, suitable for use in the house, perfect for hanging on a wall or the back of a bedroom door.

This course has been designed fully as an experience for children who may need some more support during the course, and we have adjusted the equipment sizes (e.g. hammers) to be more suitable.

These sessions should last approximately 2-2.5hrs. Older children may be able to do the entire forging on their own, whereas those younger may require some additional assistance from the parents or our instructors. Care will be taken to ensure everyone finds a comfortable pace reflective of their age, strength & skill level.

Notes

By purchasing a space you are purchasing a space for one child and up to one parent/guardian,
A single parent/guardian may attend with more than one child, however they must ensure that each child is fully supervised at all times,
Our instructors are fully DBS checked, however will not be responsible for supervision of children.
No persons 16+ are permitted on these courses unless they are attending in the capacity as a parent/guardian of a child booked on the course.
Due to insurance reasons, unfortunately we cannot accept any children under 11 on these courses.

AGENDA ON THE DAY

Arrival, introductions & course overview
Safety demonstration, including full PPE for all participants
Step-by-step instruction to forge the hook
Final polishing & finishing of the hook
Wrap-up of hook, & course finish

TIMINGS / ADMIN

Morning sessions will start at 1000. Afternoon sessions will start at 1300. The course should last around 2-2.5hrs.
Safety equipment is provided, but please ensure that you wear non-flammable clothing and closed shoes.
Tea / Coffee / Water / Drinks & biscuits will be provided.
Please note, due to space and safety issues, additional spectators are not permitted on these courses.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY

STEP ONE

Arrive at the forge and get settled in for the day. Meet your instructor, grab a tea or coffee, explore the workshop, and get to know the fellow makers you'll be sharing the experience with.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY

STEP TWO

After a thorough safety briefing we'll get downstairs and start working through the forging process. Taught step-by-step, you will see your creation come to life over the course of the day. We'll take regular breaks as the work allows, and answer all questions as we go.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY

STEP THREE

After the day is done, we'll head back upstairs for a short debrief, taking off aprons/PPE. Finally, we'll give some care instructions for the items, and wrap them up safely for the journey home.