Blacksmithing Skills

A two-hour blacksmithing class for adults with professional blacksmith Jez Menis at The Crafts Workshop in Devonport.

This hands-on session teaches the art of blacksmithing under the guidance of professional blacksmith Jez Menis, who specialises in historical arms and armour. Students work on set projects including making a set of tongs, a Victorian cloak hook and a Viking eating knife, before progressing to their own projects with tuition. Past student work has ranged from 15th-century plate armour and swords to decorative pieces. The session is for ages 18+ and lasts two hours.