Forge Fundamentals
£902 hoursA taster and a perfect first experience. Come and create a small item, something decorative or useful.
Blacksmithing for Leeds
Many of my guests travel from further afield, and an experience day at the forge makes a memorable gift, a date, or a day out with friends or colleagues. Gift certificates are valid for two years.
Tell me who it is for and what they might like to make, and I will help you choose the right experience.
What you can book
Hammer & Heat
£145Half day · 4 hoursForge your own art. Turn raw metal into something special, either a few small pieces or a medium-sized standout piece.
Forge Mastery
£2608 hoursGet hands-on with carbon steel and learn challenging techniques to craft your own decorative or practical masterpiece.
Blade Basics
£1604 hoursChoose a pre-treated blank blade with a handle, or hand forge a basic blade. Grind, shape and polish your creation in a hands-on introduction to knifemaking.
Sharper Skills
£2808 hoursForge your own blade, then cut, heat treat, grind, shape and polish it. Choose a modern or traditional handle and refine the design in a fully immersive day.
Damascus Dreams – Blade Mastery
£4602 full daysCreate your own masterpiece in stunning Damascus steel. Choose a handle from stabilised wood or high-grade acrylic Kirinite, then shape, refine and craft your perfect blade.
Book together and save: 2 people 10% off, 3 people 20% off, 4 people 30% off.
Find the forge
Bionic Cat Blacksmiths is at Bridge End Works, 7a Unit 3, Saddleworth Road, Elland HX5 0RY, with parking just over the road.
Call or WhatsApp 07593 325089, or use the enquiry form on my home page.
My Etsy shop
Little pieces from the forge, delivered to your door
Between the big commissions, I forge smaller pieces for my Etsy shop: wands, handles, hooks and stands. Rated 4.9 from 40 reviews. Never settle for off the shelf: if you want something made your way, just ask me.
Forged wandsHand-twisted, one off wands. A gift for any wizard.Shop on Etsy
Crystal ball standsA forged claw to hold a crystal ball or scrying orb.Shop on Etsy
Door handlesTwisted steel handles, made to last for generations.Shop on Etsy
Dice hooks and handlesCabinet handles and coat hooks forged from stacked dice.Shop on Etsy
Best sellers
Dragon claw door handlesHand forged in solid steel, twisted and folded to look like dragon scales. Blackened, brushed steel or brass finish. From £72.
His work is art.William, Etsy, December 2025View on Etsy
Hanging basket bracketsHand-forged steel wall brackets, 12 inches high and rated to hold up to 50kg. Other sizes made on request. £144.View on Etsy
Rebar knotted door handlesIndustrial rebar, hand forged into a knot. Fits standard doors, in brushed, blackened or painted finishes. From £84.View on Etsy
Customer favourites
Cymbal anvilFor tuning, modifying and making unique cymbals.
The anvil is perfect and beautifully shaped - fantasticNorbert, Etsy, September 2026View on Etsy Wand, sword and knife display standA hand forged steel stand with a patterned finish, to show off your favourite piece.
Beautiful item and craftsmanship is awesome.Shaik, Etsy, September 2025View on Etsy
Dates & news
Find a date, or hear about new ones
I teach Wednesday to Friday and every other weekend. Have a look at my free dates, then message me to book, or pop your email in below to hear about new dates first.
Before you book
Frequently asked questions
Where is the forge and is there parking?
I am at Bridge End Works, 7a Unit 3, Saddleworth Road, Elland HX5 0RY, West Yorkshire. There is parking just over the road.
How old do I need to be?
The minimum age for my experience days is 11 years old. Complete beginners are welcome.
Are you insured?
Yes, I am fully covered by public liability insurance.