Blacksmithing introduction with John Mosse

Ref: S1D38097

Location: West Dean
£180
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About this course

An introduction to the techniques and tools required for basic forgework. You will come away with your very own hand forged object.

Timetable

Student registration: 9am
Course teaching: 9.15am - 5pm
Lunch is included

General Information

Tutors

John Mosse

John Mosse is an award-winning blacksmith and conservator. He trained in the national school of Blacksmithing Hereford, before undergoing a masters in Conservation of metalwork at West Dean College.

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