Work of Iron: expanding access to blacksmithing

Starting outSkills and jobsGranton, Edinburgh

Jack, the blacksmith behind Work of Iron, shaping curved metal bars at a workbench in his forge

In shortA forge in Granton running inclusive blacksmithing courses. Start It funding created an Access Fund that subsidises places for North Edinburgh residents facing financial hardship.

Their journey with Firstport

Start It2025

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