location: a beautiful location in South Devon |
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In this practical hands-on workshop you will be able to recreate ancient technologies - building your own pit forge & general forge work eg. charcoal making & fire-lighting skills using your own hand-forged flint & steel set. The forges are based on those dating back as far as the second millennium BC, but they are no less effective than a fully-equipped modern smithy. You will be able to choose different items to make, such as candlesticks, toasting forks and even a rudimentary knife. Best of all, you will learn the principles and practice of blacksmithing with a master craftsman. The course fee includes all equipment. Evening meals and breakfasts are also provided, but you will need to bring your own lunches. Event Leader - Bernard Graves has been teaching crafts for over 20 years, in a variety of community and educational settings. Most recently he was a founding member of the Hiram Trust and has been influential in the development of Ruskin Mill in Gloucestershire. Bernard is one of the most exceptional teachers you are ever likely to encounter, and we reckon the nearest you’ll get to meeting Gandalf, such is his capacity for wizardry! dates: see 'book online' below
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how
to book: |
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arrive: |
from 5pm Fri |
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depart: |
4pm Sun |
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directions: |
sent with booking confirmation |
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what
to bring: |
outdoor clothes & waterproofs; tents & sleeping bags; food for lunch |
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let
us know: |
if
you have any special needs |
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price: |
£225 adults, £45 1st child, £25 2nd/3rd child Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30 admin fee) No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course Over 16s pay adult price |
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car
sharing: |
visit
our car
sharing forum to offer or request a lift |
