One Day Forge

Try forging for a day at Wilkur Forge with a short course designed around those keen to try forging for the first time, such as those who are younger, older and families.

An ideal gift when given as a present. Please refer to Purchase a Course for details. 

Suited to

Complete novices who have always wanted to try forging but just haven't yet.

Those who have started to show an interest in forging but have no gear.

Grandparents looking to entertain the grandkids and perhaps pick up a skill too.

Skill prerequisites

None.

One Day Forge covers

Lighting the coke forge and fire management, as these skills are crucial to a successful day's forging. The main blacksmithing tools and their functions are explained. You'll use the anvil, hand hammers and some of the other tools you'd expect to find in a blacksmith's shop to forge some items to take home.

In One Day Forge we begin by drawing out points on square and round bars. After some practice, points are forged onto carbon steel bar. After hardening and tempering using the coke forge, you’ll have a scriber and a punch made, by you, to take home.

Some mild steel bars will be twisted in various ways to explore the different effects each type of twist has on the steel. Next, the bars are formed around a jig to create useful hooks for use in the home or workshop, or as a gift. If you finish these jobs there are additional projects you can tackle.

If you've always wanted to try forging but have had trouble finding somewhere to do so, Wilkur Forge can help.

Course duration

Running for one seven-hour day, One Day Forge is an introduction to forging and is scheduled as per the Wilkur Forge Course Calendar. 

Workshop facilities

One Day Forge runs with two to six participants and each participant has their own coke forge, anvil and hand tools. Other tools are used in co-operation with fellow participants. There is plenty of room to move and time to ask questions and learn.

Safety gear

You need to provide your own safety glasses and hearing protection. Long cotton drill pants and a long-sleeved cotton drill shirt are required apparel for attending our courses. Leather safety boots must be worn. Wilkur Forge will provide a leather apron for use when required during the course or you may bring your own. 

Note - synthetic or baggy clothes and non-safety footwear are NOT acceptable apparel to attend Wilkur Forge's courses in due to safety considerations.

One Day Forge course cost

$275.00 including 10% GST per person. 

Please note - If you would like to book with more than one minor or adult, please contact Wilkur Forge to discuss costing for families. We have facilities for up to seven participants.

Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions page for further information.

Further learning with Wilkur Forge

Wilkur Forge offers courses ranging from basic to advanced. The structure of all Wilkur Forge's courses sees participants build their forging experience and knowledge.