Name: Heritage Open Week 2025 - Blacksmith Forge Demonstration (Apperley Bridge)
Start: 2025-09-17T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-09-17T11:00:00+01:00
Location: Dobson Locks, Bradford, BD10 0PY

Heritage Open Week 2025 - Blacksmith Forge Demonstration (Apperley Bridge)

This is a bookable event - click link below to book your space:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-open-week-2025-blacksmith-forge-demonstration-tickets-1267289570219?aff=oddtdtcreator

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Did you know that on the canal banks of Apperley Bridge you will find an original, 200 year old blacksmith's forge?
Take this chance to step back in time and observe a traditional craftsman at work as we open our forge to the public.
Nestled next to Dobson Staircase Locks on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, the forge forms part of the larger, Grade II Listed canal workshop.

The forge is complete with fireplace, bellows, chimney and is surrounded by original canal paraphernalia.
David, our blacksmith, will be carrying out practical demonstrations in the traditional craft of blacksmithing for visitors to observe and will be happy to answer your questions about his techniques in this wonderful heritage skill.
Unfortunately we are unable to welcome dogs to this event this time. But please do look out for other events where all dogs would be most welcome!

TICKET INFORMATION

To book your space, please purchase your ticket through the Eventbrite link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-open-week-2025-blacksmith-forge-demonstration-tickets-1267289570219?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please book one time slot per person.
Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before your booked slot.

Walk ins will not be accepted. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket via Eventbrite or please get in touch with us to allow another person(s) a chance to take part.