Forging a Viking Spear
About this workshop
Bring out your inner Viking in this full-day spear-making experience with armourer, Rob Hayes.
Throughout human history, the spear has been prolific in hunting and warfare. It holds a prominent place in our cultural memory, from Homer’s epics to the Viking sagas and Medieval legends.
In this full-day workshop, you will learn to make a historical Viking or Medieval spearhead in a traditional style using traditional forging techniques such as forge welding. You will forge your spear with a blunt tip like those used at reenactment events.
At the end of the workshop, you will take your spear home with you.
Essential information
Required skill level
Some blacksmithing experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen
Clothing guidelines
Workshop appropriate – closed toe shoes, hair tied back, no hanging jewellery, no baggy or flowing clothing.
Maximum class size
Small class size – max 6 participants
What is included
All instruction, tools and materials provided
You will learn
In this workshop, you will learn to make a Viking spear using traditional techniques such as forge welding.
Morning tea/lunch info
Morning tea included
