“Recently took a beginner blacksmithing course with Ian. One of the best courses I have ever been on. Ian is very knowledgeable, great at teaching and you really learn skills on the course. Very highly recommend and can't wait to go back”

— Tom (April ‘23)

“Totally absorbing and great fun. Thank you Ian for your amazing patience and encouragement for someone with no former metal work skills. Would recommend, very well organised, thank you”

— Pauline (July ‘24)

“I enjoyed the day I spent in your forge so much. I am finding it very difficult waiting for Christmas present time until I can come and hammer hot metal again”

— Julie (Sept ‘22)

“Ian made this a great memorable experience for my 60th birthday from start to finish. He was flexible by picking me up at a local station and patient in watching me develop and actually make something that I’m proud of and can keep”

— Rob (April ‘22)

“I thoroughly enjoyed my day of blacksmithing, I learnt so much, for myself I can’t see any way you could possibly improve the course. Both yourself and Ian were amazing and so knowledgeable. I have been showing my toasting fork to everyone at work today and they all think it is amazing.”

— Gary (May ‘23)

“We had a fabulous day. We could not have asked for more to be honest. I've recommended your course to everyone I've come across this week! The combination of knowledge, passion for the craft and humour is perfect. To come away with items you can actually use, be proud of and keep forever is amazing”

— Gilly & Catherine (July ‘23)

“Great communication before the Blacksmithing course, and a very friendly time. What's even better... I have a very happy husband who had a great day... a super Christmas present for him. Thanks Parmenter Forge team”

— Felicity (April ‘23)

“Had a fantastic day! Great course, great company. Would really like to learn more. I’ll keep an eye on what other courses you run”

— Lawrence (March ‘22)

“Mum and I have just got home and have been showing off our handiwork already. Thank you both for an amazing day! It was such good fun. Thank you for your patience and your encouragement”

— Natalie (May ‘22)

“Thanks Ian for today, Max loved it so much so first task before we sat down was booking him back in for a return visit in August!”

— Stephanie (June ‘23)

“Thanks for a great day at the forge. Your skills of smithing and then imparting those skills to others were truly awesome”

- Bill (July ‘24)

“Your welcoming friendly approach and teaching style made for a very enjoyable and informative introduction into Blacksmithing. The course structure and tempo was ideal. The constant positive approach and encouragement of our efforts was appreciated. I highly recommend anyone to take one of your courses”.

— Terry (Feb ‘24)

“I just wanted to say a massive thank-you for the course yesterday, Henry had the most fantastic day and absolutely loved it! He thought it was such a great experience and was also very proud of his efforts when bringing home the toasting fork!”

— Nick (Oct ‘22)

“Great day at parmenter forge. Thanks to Ian and Dan. Had a brilliant day. Great tuition, mega friendly, made learning fun”

— Doug (Feb ‘23)

“It was a great day and you’re an awesome, patient teacher. Would love to take this further and do more courses with you. Keep me posted about any future events and opportunities as I’d love to learn more“

— John (March ‘23)