The Ironart team will be heading to two really important blacksmithing events this Autumn. Take a look at the details, we’d encourage you to go along to both of these if you have an interest in blacksmithing and heritage ironwork.
Location: The Centre for Rural Crafts at Holme Lacy, home to the National School of Blacksmithing
“A busy and exciting programme with lots happening over the weekend, both at the college campus throughout the day and then into the evening at Holme Lacy Village Hall, a short walk from the campus. There will be free camping close by for delegates and catering will be provided and available to purchase along with your event ticket”. Click here to find out more.
And if you are interested or involved in the conservation sector, this one is for you.
The NHIG invite you to Hampton Court Palace on Tuesday 8th October for an exploration of craftsmanship past and present. As 21st century ironwork conservators, we have more options available to us than ever before. But in a field where each project presents new and unique challenges, how do we know which materials & techniques are appropriate for the job? Traditional skills are passed on with the benefit of being tried and tested, but craftsmanship is a fluid process, naturally evolving as new technologies emerge. Are the ‘old ways’ always the best? Or can new technologies offer viable alternatives?