The Highlights

Create a fire poker and a hook to hang it from
Practical demonstrations and plenty of guidance throughout the day from an industry professional
Make use of your own gas forge, anvil and hand tools
Lunch is provided, a hearty vegetable and chickpea stew
No experience needed, just a love for making something with your own hands!
Small group size of up to 6 people
Exchangeable Experience Gift

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Tonbridge

The Main Event

Looking for a unique gift that’s bound to spark some serious interest? This Hook & Poker Blacksmith Experience is just what you need!

Perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted to try their hand at blacksmithing, this hands-on experience lets you create two essential tools for the ultimate cosy fireside experience: a poker and a hook to hang it from.

No prior blacksmithing experience? No problem! This course is designed with beginners in mind, offering a fun and engaging way to get stuck in. You’ll start with a brew, a friendly workshop tour, and an all-important safety talk (complete with your own PPE). Then, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get forging! With a maximum of just six participants, you’ll enjoy plenty of one-on-one attention from an expert instructor, ensuring you get all the guidance you need as you work with your very own gas forge and hand tools.

By the end of the day, you’ll have crafted a poker, which you can leave pointed for an open fire or bend over to suit a log stove. You’ll also make a hook, both lasting items that will be a true conversation starter when they’re put to use at home. Throughout the experience, you’ll be introduced to different techniques like freehand forming on the anvil, using jigs in the vice, and mastering a variety of hand tools. As this is a full day blacksmith experience, you’ll be treated to a hearty lunch to keep you fuelled for all the forging ahead.

Whether you’re buying for a fire-loving partner or a mate who’s into trying something new, this is an unforgettable day that’ll give them something to show off for years to come!

Important Bits

Important to Note

Ages 15 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult who also has a valid voucher for the experience.

As the parent you will have the choice to focus 100% on your child throughout the day for safety reasons or you can work on a work station next to them and balance participating in the day and supervising your child. You will both be provided with PPE, a lengthy safety talk on the risk of burns and my attention throughout the day. Your presence is required to add an additional level of safety and supervision for your child and aid them in completing tasks along with the group.

Group size
Group size will be up to 6 participants.

When

Available on Fridays only - 9:30am to 5pm

Validity

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

Who Can Go

Minimum age: 15 years old.
Ages 15 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult who also has a valid voucher for the experience.
Please wear 100% cotton clothes, trousers that fit over your boots, steel toed boots or walking boots. no trainers, no shorts. Strictly no plastic clothing. shirt sleeves can be long or short.

What about Insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

How it Works

All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.

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