FORGING CUTLERY - JUNE 20TH 2026 cookery school Up until 1895 the Mells

Up until 1895 the Mells site produced a huge number of forged edge tools ranging from spades and shovels to scythes and garden hoes

It is useful not only for forest workers but also skilled craftspeople and householders alike

The handles are bolted and glued together for extra strength

The bases of our seconds pans may small flaws or imperfections

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FORGING CUTLERY - JUNE 20TH 2026 cookery school Up until 1895 the MellsFORGE YOUR OWN CUTLERY Forge your own cutlery followed by a delicious supper cooked over the fire. WHAT TO EXPECT The day will be spent learning the basic blacksmithing skills involved in forging your own cutlery as well as delving into the history of tableware and how it has evolved over the centuries. You will forge a simple table knife and fork (possibly a spoon as well if there is time) in kitchen grade stainless steel ready to set the table at