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.
- Booking essential
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
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All 1-Day Blacksmithing Class | £130.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| 1-Day Blacksmithing Class | £130.00 |
| Gift ticket | £130.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
These classes are not suitable for children. Minimum age: 14.
- Meeting point
Students should wait in the reception area to be shown through to the forge/workshop area.
- What to bring and wear
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.
- Accessibility
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.
- Other
Dogs are not permitted within the workshop while classes are taking place.
Upcoming events
Patterson's Spade Mill Guided Tour
Witness over 250 years of spade making history at the last water powered spade mill, in daily operation, in the UK.
Patterson's Spade Mill Interactive Tour
Experience 250 years of spade making history at the last water powered spade mill, still in daily operation, in the UK. Engage your senses as you feel the heat of the forge, see the flames and hear the ring of hammers on steel.
4-Week Blacksmithing Course Starts Tuesday, 21st January, 2025
Take time out of your hustle and bustle and try your hand at the ancient craft of blacksmithing.