Paul Gilbert F.W.C.B Master Blacksmith
Exquisite Architectural Metalwork
Creating fine architectural metalwork for some of the most prestigious properties in the world demands the finest craftsmanship executed with the best-equipped workshops in the UK. Our mission is to exceed customer expectations in everything we do through our knowledge, creativity and passion.
As leading authorities in the craft of blacksmithing we push the boundaries of innovation and we thrive on demanding creative and technical challenges. Retaining some of the most traditional skills and techniques we continue to develop and apply them to both traditional and contemporary environments. Our specialist division, ‘The Real Wrought Iron Company’, is the only supplier of genuine wrought iron in the world.
O&Co Blacksmiths was founded and is run by Oliver Boyett. A true craftsman, he relishes working in many mediums though he is best known for working with hot forged steel. He has an eye for exotic products, combining cutting-edge design with traditional blacksmithing methods that reach back through time. The result is beautiful, well-loved pieces, fit for today’s world that last a lifetime.
A metal sculptor using traditional blacksmithing techniques. Employing traditional and the modern.
Innovative designs.
Using a variety of metals in his work, copper, iron, steel, stainless steel, brass etc.
Repousse work (sheet metal shaping, forming, chasing).
Fabrication work, Some restoration work.
Garden Sculptures.
Modelling for foundry work. Some small scale casting.
Public demonstrations, small class teaching. Qualified for Adult teaching.
Enhanced DBS Checked
The Thirsty Bear Blacksmithing Company is an artistic metalworking studio using the ancient art of blacksmithing to create contemporary and traditional metalwork that blows people’s minds. It is run by artist blacksmith Jake Bowers. It’s called Thirsty Bear Blacksmithing Company because I work very hard, am partial to a berry or two and have a few cubs to feed.
Using a coke-fired forge, where steel bars are heated and then forged over an anvil, I can guarantee that all products have the individual touch of a craftsman. We’re big enough to cope with any job but small enough to guarantee the kind of attention to detail that you should expect from an expert craftman.
Jake graduated with a triple distinction Extended diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork from Plumpton College and trained as a silversmith at Helliden’s Folkhogskola in Sweden in 1998. He also holds a journeyman’s certificate from Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths founded in 1299.
On this website you’ll see galleries of my completed work and works in progress. I produce everything from traditional wrought iron gates in steel to jewellery in precious metals for a variety of public and private clients. I also use this website to share what we’re up to with our latest commissions with our customers.
The Thirsty Bear Forge has been a member of Checkatrade, Britain’s premier source of vetted, reputable tradespeople since July 2014, which means you can independently verify what previous customers have said about our work. It’s a hard won reputation I guard very passionately and think about every time I start a piece of work.
The new workshop is now situated in the rural outskirts of Darlington and Northallerton, in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, with all our work carried out at the forge being hand crafted. The business has now been trading since 2003 and the team of blacksmiths are able to cater for various demands within the private and the pubic sectors both domestic and commercial.
Adrian Wood is a university graduate with a degree in fine art sculpture from The University of London. A chance visit to a forge gave Adrian Wood his first taste of blacksmithing. He recalls; ”From the first moment I hit the hot steel I knew what I wanted to do.”
Adrian`s first job was at a renowned workshop near York where he worked on a number of prestigious projects. After which he worked for Brian Russell, widely regarded as one of the finest blacksmiths in the UK. Brian’s approach and processes to creating bespoke and uniquely designed metalwork had an enormous effect on the designs and processes created by Adrian Wood Artist Blacksmiths.
Traditional blacksmithing techniques are used to create contemporary and innovative ways to fulfil the client’s needs. The designs are beautifully hand drawn with delicate attention given to the smallest of details, resulting in fine craftsmanship, superb detailing and a substantial build quality that reflects a belief in a lasting beauty and quality.
Adrian’s area of expertise lies in his ability to understand the client’s needs and provide detailed drawings and finally to create the work to a high standard and build quality.
Sam draws with steel, using heat and hammers. Her inspiration comes from the black, sweeping lines of Art Nouveau illustrations, and the structured organic forms of plant life and the natural world.
West Country Blacksmiths are an award winning bespoke metalwork specialists offering a complete premium metalwork service from their forge on the edge of Exmoor in Somerset.
A really uniquely talented group of award winning craftsmen based on Exmoor in Somerset, producing exceptionally high quality metalwork both locally and nationally.
The team boasts uniquely talented craftsmen, whose skills are second to none. Harnessing the vision, skills and experience of class leading blacksmiths alongside talented engineers, metalworkers, coded welding experts and designers allows West Country Blacksmiths to offer a complete premium service, including a bespoke CAD design service.
Using a mixture of traditional crafts skills and creativity with modern design and manufacturing techniques to produce metalwork with limitless potential. These skills allow the team to work on both new and restoration projects working with all forms of metal, including wrought iron, cast iron, mild steel, stainless steel, bronze, brass, aluminium and cor-ten.
We work with private individuals, other metalwork companies, contractors, designers, architects, local authorities and other organisations both locally and nationally. We are pleased to welcome new enquiries and offer our artistic and engineering skills and experience to prospective projects.
We pride ourselves on offering the very best personal service from start to finish, utilising over 100 years of experience within our team.
Designer and maker of forged or fabricated steel gates,railings and bespoke work.
Specialist Blacksmiths and Metal workers.
Producing Bespoke and ornate stair ballustrades, Gates and Railings, Architectural and sculptural work as well as commission work, Heritage and conservation ironwork.
Family run business located near the border in Newry, Northern Ireland who are able to supply clients in both the Uk and ROI.
Art works of forged and fabricated stainless steel and other metals.
We are a 3rd generation family run business with over 50 years experience in creating, designing and manufacturing of all work to private households, commercial and sculptural work throughout Fife and Scotland.
We pride ourselves on our unique, bespoke creativity and attention to detail on all our projects
For more domestic projects please visit our FB page.