Dave the Blacksmith

Welcome to my website. None of what you will see on these pages is a stock item, all have been made to fit an exact spot or to perform a particular function. Don’t let anyone tell you that something can’t be done because it is the wrong size or it can’t be bought. A traditionally trained Blacksmith makes things to fit, makes things to a customer’s requirements even if they didn’t know that is what was required.

Dave the Blacksmith

What you will see in the gallery is just a small selection of the work that I do to show you the variety, individuality and quality available.

Dave the Blacksmith

Each piece is designed and made for each customer so that it fits and looks right in it’s own particular spot. Whether you want a simple handle, a gate or a huge garden piece you are welcome to get in touch to discuss your requirements and to arrange a visit.

Dave the Blacksmith

I am based in the beautiful countryside around Ashbourne in Derbyshire. I have made work as far afield as Scotland, The Algarve, Corfu, Cornwall and even London! Feel free to email or phone to discuss your requirements. 

The Garden

Made to measure pond covers, well cappings, bird feeders and much more.

The Garden

The Garden

The Garden

Gates & Railings

Made to commission and designed individually.

Gates & Railings

Gates & Railings

Gates & Railings

The House

Curtain rails, signs, hangers, brackets, firebaskets and so on.

The House

The House

The House

Sculptural

Sculptural

Sculptural

Sculptural

Finishes

There is a whole world of finishes. Don’t think ironwork has to be black. The images here show just small selection of the choices available. Galvanised and acid treated for a rust proof finish, painted in any colour you choose, left to oxidise, copper verdigris, lacquered. The choice is yours.

Finishes

Finishes

Finishes