Discover your path into Blacksmithing

The heat of the forge, the rhythm of the hammer, the spark of creativity—metalworking is both an ancient craft and a modern skill. Whether your dream is to shape glowing steel into works of art, master the strength of welding, or shoe horses with the precision of a farrier, the journey begins with the right training.

Across the country, specialist colleges keep these traditions alive while blending them with today’s techniques. Full-time courses in blacksmithing, metalworking, welding, and farriery offer more than just practical skills—they open the door to a life of craftsmanship, creativity, and purpose.

Here you’ll find a collection of colleges and training centers where you can step into the workshop, light the fire, and begin forging your own path.

Plumpton College

Offers courses in Blacksmithing & Metalwork, including Level 2 and Level 3 options, welding modules, and traditional forge skills.

Hereford College of Arts

Though more known for the BA (Hons) Artist Blacksmithing degree, the HCA / National School also is part of the network of blacksmithing education.

Kingston Maurward College

Blacksmithing & Welding Courses

Brinsbury College

Offers courses in Blacksmithing & Farriery, combining traditional forge skills and equine hoof work.

The Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths

The Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths (WCoB) plays a big role in supporting education, training, and career development for blacksmiths in the UK. They don’t run courses directly, but they provide recognition, awards, grants, and connections that can really help anyone pursuing further education in the craft.