Blacksmithing & Cider Tasting Package

Join us for three hours of forging your own bottle opener, followed by a tour of Weston’s Cider.

Blacksmithing

Cider Tasting

Join us for three hours of forging your own bottle opener, followed by a tour of Weston’s Cider.

PRICE REDUCED FROM £102, NOW ONLY..

£ 81.60

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Whats Included?

Earn your much needed Cider, making the perfect bottle opener

Receive expert tuition from experienced blacksmiths

All vouchers are valid for 18 months

Available 7 days a week running twice a day

Description

Forge Your Own Bottle Opener & Westons Cider Tour

Join us for a unique three-hour forging experience followed by a tour of the famous Westons Cider!

What’s Included:

Forge Your Own Bottle Opener (9am-12pm) – Under the guidance of our expert blacksmiths, you’ll craft your very own custom bottle opener. From design to finish, you’ll enjoy a hands-on, creative experience in our forge.
Westons Cider Tour & Tasting (2pm) – After your morning of forging, head to Westons Cider for a fascinating tour and tasting session. Explore the cider-making process and enjoy a sample of their finest creations. (Your own transport is required between venues)

Whether you’re organizing a stag or hen party, team-building event, or simply a friends’ get-together, this experience is perfect for any occasion! We’ll tailor the day to suit your group, ensuring an unforgettable time.

Course Details:

Duration: 3 hours of forging + 2pm Westons Cider tour

(The timings provided are approximate and may vary based on the customer’s capabilities and the specific design requirements).

Groups: Ideal for all types of groups and occasions

Ready to forge your own bottle opener and explore the cider-making process? Book your experience today!

How booking works

Our online booking system is easy to use and allows you to choose a time and date that suits you. Once confirmed, you will receive an email with all the details you need, as well as an important form to complete.

How pricing works

This experience is designed for groups to share an experience together. Although suited to groups, you can experience this as a solo forger or as a couple!

Each person makes a bottle opener. You’ll then travel to Weston’s Cider for a tasting session.

Please note the price is per person and transport is not included between venues.

If you have any questions about making a larger booking please get in touch with our team!

Availability

The Forge is open all year round, seven days a week. Our online booking system will show you the availability in real time. Please be aware that weekends should be booked well in advance!

Guidelines for taking part

Our experience day packages are physically demanding and have the potential for minor injury. Therefore, please seek advice from your doctor or our booking team if you’re unsure.

Be sure to dress accordingly, remembering that in the colder months it can get pretty chilly inside the workshop, despite the fires! Please wear long trousers and suitable footwear.

Make sure you follow the guidance on our website and what’s sent to you ahead of the event. And always listen to the instructions of our expert team on the day.

What happens on the day?

1 When you arrive

On arrival, you’ll be signed in and introduced to the smith who will talk through the course step-by-step and help you select which design you would like to make. We’ll discuss what you want to achieve for the day before providing you with protective equipment and a safety briefing.

2 Firing up the forge

The forge will have been lit and heating up before you arrive, so it’s ready to go! You will get an introduction on how to control and maintain the fire of the forge to a forging heat.

3 The Forging Process

Forging the bottle opener starts with showing you how to forge a taper for the handle, you will then round the taper and you will be shown how to forge a scroll, you will then put a twist in the metal for decoration using a vice and a tool know as a twisting iron. You’ll then carefully shape the handle around the bick (horn of the anvil). Finally, you’ll forge a splat (yes, real term) and then curl the hook over to open the bottles with.

5 Time for Tasting

It’s great fun working alongside one another comparing each stage of making your bottle opener. Your three hours of forging are followed by a tasting session at Weston’s Cider.

6 Photo Time

It’s great fun working alongside one another and crafting something unique! Once the forging is complete, it’s time to pose for those all-important photos at our wooden stage!