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Heritage Open Week 2025- Blacksmith Forge Demonstration

Name: Heritage Open Week 2025- Blacksmith Forge Demonstration
Start: 2025-09-17T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-09-18T14:00:00+01:00
Location: Dobson Locks

By Canal & River Trust - Yorkshire & North East

Come and see our blacksmith in action, as we open our doors at Dobson Locks for a blacksmith forge demonstration as part of Heritage Week.

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Dobson Locks

Dobson Locks Bradford BD10 0PY United Kingdom

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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.

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

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