Find blacksmiths near me

When it comes to wrought iron and steel projects - whether you want a fancy gate or hefty, secure railing - finding a skilled blacksmith or forge worker who works in your location is essential. The good news is that you can start searching with Checkatrade.

Enter your postcode in our search tool, and in an instant we’ll show you the Checkatrade blacksmiths that operate in your area. It only takes a few minutes to find a tradesperson who works locally to you.

How finding blacksmiths works

1. Search your postcode

Enter your postcode and we’ll help you browse tradespeople on Checkatrade who work locally to you.

2. Choose a tradesperson

Pick a tradesperson who offers services that fit your needs, and get in touch straight away to hire them.

3. Get your task done

Hire your chosen tradesperson to sort your task out for you. A job done right.

How do I find blacksmiths near me? 

Why not use our search tool to find blacksmiths that cover your area? 

At Checkatrade, only tradespeople who pass our checks and are committed to meeting the Checkatrade Standard show up in any search. 

Enter your postcode in the search tool, hit the button, and you can start looking through relevant tradespeople offering blacksmithing work. 

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What is a blacksmith?

A blacksmith - sometimes called a forge worker or artist blacksmith - is a type of metalworker who primarily works with wrought iron and steel. They usually use an anvil and intense heat to work with their materials. 

Blacksmithing is a skilled, ancient craft. Whether decorative, practical, or industrial, blacksmiths have been integral to society for millennia.

What projects can a blacksmith help with?

• Ironwork

• Wrought iron gates and fences

• Iron railings and balustrades

• Handrails

• Metal grilles

• Fireplace repairs

• Decorative wrought iron work

Other metal projects, such as welding, may require a more general metalworker. 

You can also find other specialist metalworkers who operate in your area:

• Find metalworkers near me

• Find welders near me

• Find steel fabricators near me

What metals do blacksmiths deal with?

Blacksmiths generally work with wrought iron and steel. 

For any other type of metal - such as aluminium, bronze, copper, or brass - you may need a metalworker instead. 

How long does a blacksmith project take?

The time it takes a blacksmith to complete a project can vary a lot. 

A simple repair to an existing iron piece can often be done in a day. 

A larger project, however - such as a staircase or decorative gate - can take several weeks to complete from start to finish. 

How much do blacksmithing services cost?

According to our figures, the average cost for a 1.2m wrought iron fence is £675 per metre. 

The exact price you pay will depend on a number of factors, such as the thickness of the metal, the size of the railing, how decorative the design is, and how experienced the blacksmith is. 

For the full cost breakdown, read our complete guide to wrought iron fence costs.

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