Sword Forging Course

Learn to forge a sword over three days, create a blade that matches your design.



3 x 6 hours Class size 6 to 8 guests       £795

Spend three immersive days in a sword forging masterclass in London and create your own custom short sword, a striking decorative piece crafted to a design or style entirely of your choosing. You'll forge a blade around 500–650mm long with a double-bevelled edge and a fuller down the middle, then craft a forged crossguard and pommel, and fit a wooden handle – creating a complete, beautifully finished sword that's truly your own.
This is an intensive three-day experience where you'll move through the build with focus and care, learning the skills needed to work at this level of craftsmanship.
Day One
  • Introductions and course overview
  • Forge safety and PPE for all participants
  • Initial sword design and materials gathering
  • Forging the blade and adding fuller
  • Profile grinding the blade
Day Two
  • Initial blade bevel grinding and tang shaping
  • Forging the crossguard and pommel
  • Normalisation and heat treatment of metal parts
  • Final blade bevel grinding
Day Three
  • Blade hand sanding and finishing
  • Crossguard and pommel finishing
  • Handle selection, shaping, sanding and finishing
  • Blade construction and finalisation
  • Course wrap-up
Over three days, you'll move from raw design concept to a finished sword – shaping the blade, crafting the hilt components, heat treating, finishing every detail by hand. By the end, you'll have a striking custom decorative piece that tells the story of how you made it, something to display with real pride.
Please note: these swords are made from mild steel and are decorative items only. They are not fully heat treated and will not be sharpened to a fine edge, ensuring safe display and handling.
Please note
  • Each day will begin at 1000 and run until approximately 1600.
  • Due to space and safety issues, spectators are not permitted on these courses.
  • The age limit for attendance on any course involving the forging and making of knives or axes is 18+. There are no exceptions to this rule, and ID verification may be requested prior to course commencement if the participant looks under 21.
What you'll get
  • At the end of the course, you will go home with a fully finished and complete sword that you have made yourself, suitable for displaying as a focal piece in your home.
  • Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided. There are many local shops and cafes nearby for lunch.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly, no experience required!
What to bring
Safety equipment is provided, but please ensure that you wear nonflammable clothing and sturdy shoes (preferably leather).
Session repeats

This class series runs over 3 consecutive days.

Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, birthday or hen do.

Location

Unit 16, Windsor Park - 50 Windsor Avenue, London

Boneyard London is situated in an industrial area in South Wimbledon / Merton. South Wimbledon Station and Colliers Wood Tube Station: Approx. 12 minute walk - Morden Road Tram Station: Approx. 10 minute walk - Wimbledon Railway Station: Short walk or bus ride away - Bus Routes: Easily accessible by bus, with several stops just a short walk away.

Sword Forging Course location
Your teacher

Boneyard London
Boneyard London


Welcome to the Forge
A place to switch off, get hands-on, and make something real.
At our South-West London workshop, we believe everyone has a maker inside them — you just need the right space and someone to show you the ropes. Here, the fire’s always going, the kettle’s usually on, and no one is expected to be an expert. You’ll learn at your own pace, pick up new skills, and leave with something you built with your own two hands.

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