Private courses:
Experiences tailored just for you!
Book a private experience at Hammer and Hound Forge!
Looking for a hands-on experience with a difference? Our private blacksmithing courses offer the chance to take over the forge for the day — just you and your group, with expert guidance and the sparks flying.
Whether you're planning a stag or hen do, a unique birthday celebration, an exciting way to help your team bond, a couple’s experience or want focused 1:1 tuition, we can tailor the day to suit you. Choose from any of our standard course projects, or get in touch if you’ve got something specific in mind — we’re happy to discuss custom ideas.
We’re set up to accommodate groups of up to 6 people, but can also make arrangements for larger parties with a bit of notice.
Our course selection
When making a private booking, you have a lot of freedom over your project! you can choose to follow one of our preset courses or we can work on a project of your own choice!
Prices for private bookings following preset courses:
| Course Type | Up to 2 Participants | Up to 4 Participants | Up to 6 Participants | Larger Groups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginners Blacksmithing | £380 | £550 | £780 | Please enquire |
| Beginners Bladesmithing | £380 | £550 | £780 | Please enquire |
| Axe/Hammer Forging | £390 | £650 | £890 | Please enquire |
| Intermediate Bladesmithing | £380 | £650 | £890 | Please enquire |
| Damascus Steel (2 Days) | £790 | £1,350 | Not available | Not available |
| Sword Forging (3 Days) | £650 per person (Max 3 participants) | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Beginners Arc Welding | £350 (1:1 basis only) | Not available | Not available | Not available |
If you would like to forge something special that we dont have listed please get in touch! If you have sketches, inspiration pictures and dimensions are really helpful when discussing a special project so feel free to send them over!
Booking & Attendance Info
When booking a private course, payment is required in full at the time of purchase. You can book for a specific date, or opt for a gift voucher if you'd prefer to choose a date later — perfect for surprises or flexible planning.
Need to reschedule? No problem — we just ask for at least 3 days’ notice to move your booking. (Much more flexible than our public courses, which require 4 weeks’ notice.)
For groups of 4 or more, you’ll notice the price per person works out lower than our public sessions — and the bigger the group, the better the discount. So it pays to bring friends!
What to wear:
Safety comes first, so all participants must follow our clothing and footwear guidelines: sturdy boots and sensible forge-appropriate clothing are a must. No open-toed shoes or flammable fabrics, please. Plastic melts! You can view our full clothing guide back on the made courses page, but if you have any questions about what to wear just get in touch.
Lunch & refreshments:
Courses run from 10am to 5pm (though sometimes we can run a little later), so you’ll need to bring a packed lunch or plan to grab something nearby — there’s a Greggs and a McDonald’s just a 2-minute walk from the workshop. We’ll keep you going with tea, coffee, biscuits and snacks throughout the day.
Age: As with all our courses, you must be 18 years old to forge sharp tools. To join our beginners blacksmithing course (or other art forging courses) you can be 11 and up! Those under 18 must have a parent or guardian on site with them throughout the day.
Important:
We have a zero-tolerance policy on intoxication. If we suspect anyone is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they will not be allowed to take part and no refund will be issued. Safety in the forge is absolutely non-negotiable.
Please review our Terms, Conditions and Attendance policy before making a booking. Link below. By proceeding with a booking, you acknowledge and accept the terms outlined in our attendance policy
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