History & Heritage | Outdoor
Meet the Victorian Blacksmith
This skilled craftsman was central to the daily life of the Island, providing vital services to both urban and rural areas.
- Seasonal opening
Price: £9.95 - £14.95
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In the 19th century, the blacksmith was a key figure in the local community. This skilled craftsman was central to the daily life of the Island, providing vital services to both urban and rural areas.
Meet the Victorian Blacksmith and watch him as he stokes the portable forge to get it to the right temperature for working the iron or steel, then hammers the metal as he shapes a new tool or implement or repairs an old one. These skills were highly valued and involved the blacksmith in the local economy and trade.
Blacksmiths were not just workers. They were also important figures in the community. They often provided social hubs, where local people could exchange news or ideas while waiting for their tools to be repaired or made.
- Augustus:
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19th Augustus 2026
10:00 - 16:00
We are open:
July, August, September
- Outdoor
- Family friendly
- Parking
Location
Hamptonne Country Life Museum
La Rue de la Patente
Jersey
St. Lawrence
JE3 1HS
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