Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Banagher!
Following the huge success of last year’s Blacksmithing Demonstration Forged in Ireland, will be back with a bang! This year they will host a variety of skilled blacksmiths and traditional craft experts from all over for a jam-packed weekend filled with the art of forging, blacksmithing skills, competitions, and much more.
Schedule:
Time: Welcoming the public from 10:00 am
Location: The Barrack Yard, Banagher
Saturday 25th July – Open to the Public (10:00 am – 6:00 pm)
10:00am to 4:00pm – Battle of the Blacksmiths
Battle of the blacksmiths irelands top blacksmiths will be competing in a series of fast paced forging challenges designed to test their skills
4:00pm to 6:00pm – Chopping Competition
Chopping Competition – blacksmiths and bladesmiths and knifemakers will be competing on our custom built course to test our makers to the limi .
Live forging demonstrations throughout the day. Sparks will fly – don’t miss it!
Great fun for all ages and a rare chance to see blacksmiths at work.
From decorative ironwork to fire welding and sculpture, you’ll witness the magic of this age-old craft up close and personal. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience something truly spectacular in Banagher in 2026!
