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  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Sat, 26 July
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    26 July 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (2)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (2)
    Sat, 09 Aug
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    09 Aug 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (1)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (1)
    Sat, 23 Aug
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    23 Aug 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Sat, 20 Sept
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    20 Sept 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (4)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (4)
    Sat, 27 Sept
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    27 Sept 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (5)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (5)
    Sat, 11 Oct
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    11 Oct 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Sat, 25 Oct
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    25 Oct 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (3)
    Sat, 08 Nov
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    08 Nov 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.
  • Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (4)
    Beginner Blacksmith blade, small class$375 (Limited to only 4 Participants) (4)
    Sat, 22 Nov
    Cracked Anvil Forge
    22 Nov 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Cracked Anvil Forge , 1041 Redbank Plains Rd, New Chum QLD 4303, Australia
    Join us for a full day of experiencing the ancient art of blacksmithing. Forge your steel, swing the hammer and before the day is done you'll have your own piece finished. You too can create the world's oldest tool and use it at home for generations to come. All tools and equipment supplied.

Blacksmithing One Day Workshop

Create your own custom door knocker in this one day workshop!

Join heritage trade Blacksmiths Rob Scully and Wayne Schmidt for a lesson in the medieval blacksmithing tent at The Workshops Rail Museum.

See demonstrations in drawing, upsetting, squaring, rounding, riveting and barley twisting.

Bookings are essential and the cost includes tuition and materials and meals.

Places are limited so be quick to book!

You need to know:

  • Participants must be 16 years and over

  • There are no prerequisites to attend

  • Bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable

  • Participants must declare any condition or injury that may impact their ability to successfully complete the workshop

  • Bring bottled water and ensure you wear long sleeves, long pants and closed in shoes

  • For catering purposes, please supply us with information about your allergies and intolerances on the payment page (where applicable)

How to book:

BOOK NOW or contact The Workshops Rail Museum on 07 3432 5100 to discuss your suitability for this workshop.

2 traditional blacksmiths at historical show

Classes Proudly Hosted at Ipswich Historical Society

1041 Redbank Plains Road, New Chum, Queensland 4303

And at Events Across Australia

Contact Wayne on 

0412518963

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