BLACKSMITHING TASTER COURSE

A half day course with an expert blacksmith

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Location address: Chiddinglye Farm, West Hoathly
Chosen age group:

Ages: children 7 - 18 · adults 18+ years

Available tickets:
BLACKSMITHING TASTER X 1 £195.45 per session
Next date: Saturday 24th May,
A summary
BLACKSMITHING TASTER HALF DAY COURSE With Simon Summers 4-hour sessions available ~ 9AM -1PM Two places (students) per class 2024 Dates available: 16th November Saturday 18th January 2025 Saturday 24th May 2025 Friday 11th July 2025 Saturday 13th September 2025 Saturday 8th November 2025 Location: Set within an ancient woodland upon a period Celtic Iron Age fort. Ever wanted to try your hand at forging metal in a blacksmith's hearth? Join expert smith Simon in the alchemy of the craft. With his guidance you will learn hammer skills, forge and hearth management, simple tasks upon the anvil and creating small-objects to take home. >>> Want to gift this experience? This course would make a truly unique gift for someone who would treasure the making as well as the experience of the forge environment. >>> Cost: £200 per person (inc. booking and transaction fee) Price includes steel/charcoal and a cuppa Adults & Children - over 7 years of age * if accompanied by a guardian. >>> Accommodation/camping: www.chiddinglye.co.uk Sponsored by Earthclan Structures – Period structure hire for events Email: info.earthclanstructures@gmail.com
About your mentor
Simon Summers Heritage Blacksmith
Experimental archeologist, consultant & tutor
Simon Summers Heritage Blacksmith is an Experimental archaeologist, consultant and tutor specialising in quintessentially Celtic (Iron Age) metalworks, la Tène Culture art in repoussé, forgeworks, iron smelting & related subjects.     >>> For commissions and any of the above please email: la.tene.blacksmith@gmail.com   >>> To contact Simon for course and action camp information, email: ironagesmith@gmail.com >>> Join Simon’s mailing list here > http://eepurl.com/hZOglP < for first announcements of any events and masterclasses offered in future.  
Pricing information
Ticket nameBLACKSMITHING TASTER X 1
Price£195.45
InformationGood choice! This ticket price includes all materials and tools plus an admin and transaction fee.
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Where we'll be
Chiddinglye Farm, Selsfield Road,, West Hoathly, West Sussex, RH19 4QS
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No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.

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