Question 1

How many people are in each class?

Accepted Answer

We keep things small (usually 8 students) so everyone gets personalised guidance and plenty of hands-on support.

Question 2

Can I book a private workshop?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer private sessions for individuals, small groups, birthdays, and corporate bookings.
Contact us (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings )to arrange something special.

Question 3

What jewellery-making courses do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer a range of jewellery-making courses for all skill levels — from complete beginner to budding goldsmith. Most of our workshops focus on sterling silver and include techniques like stone setting, wax carving, casting, and more.
Check out our courses page.(https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/jewellery-courses)

Question 4

What materials can I work with?

Accepted Answer

Most workshops use sterling silver. In weekly classes and tutorials, base metals are included in the price. Want to work in silver? You can purchase it from us by the gram. Prefer gold? We can supply that too — just let us know in advance (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings)so we can prepare and provide a quote.

Question 5

Do I need any experience to join?

Accepted Answer

Not at all! We have options for beginners, intermediate makers, and experienced jewellers. Everyone is welcome — even if you've never touched a blowtorch before.

Question 6

Who teaches the courses?

Accepted Answer

Our instructors are experienced jewellers with years of professional practice, who love sharing their skills with others.

Question 7

I’m a beginner — should I choose the two-day introductory course or weekly classes?

Accepted Answer

Both are perfect for beginners and offer the same number of teaching hours. They cover all the essentials — choose whichever fits your schedule best.
Go to Weekly Classes (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/jewellery-classes-frensham )
Go to two-day introductory course (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/service-page/introduction-to-jewellery-making-course-surrey)
We also have a 1 day course if you're not quite ready for the above options:
Go to one-day introductory course (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/service-page/introduction-to-jewellery-making-1-day-course-surreyntroduction-to-jewellery-making-course-surrey)

Question 8

How long do classes last?

Accepted Answer

They range from short 2–3 hour tasters to full-day sessions and multi-week courses.
See the course page (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/jewellery-courses)for exact timings.

Question 9

Will I get to keep what I make?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Everything you create in the workshop is yours to take home.

Question 10

Will you be running more workshops?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely — we run classes all year round and regularly release new dates. Join our mailing list via our contact page (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings)to be the first to hear about new date listings.

Question 11

Do you run workshops during holidays?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we run workshops year-round and don’t follow school term times.

Question 12

Can you notify me when new classes are available?

Accepted Answer

Yes — join our mailing list via our contact page (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings)to stay updated.

Question 13

Do you offer qualifications or syllabuses?

Accepted Answer

Not at the moment. We focus on hands-on learning and creativity over exams and certificates.

Question 14

Can our group make different items during a private party?

Accepted Answer

To keep things running smoothly and on time, private group bookings also focus on one project for everyone. For more flexibility, talk to us about a custom private booking.
Contact us.(https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings )

Question 15

Do you offer classes for hen parties, birthdays or team-building events?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we love hosting creative, hands-on events for groups.
Contact us (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings )to plan something unique.

Question 16

Do you offer classes for children?

Accepted Answer

Not at the moment, all attendees must be 16 or older.

Question 17

Who teaches the courses?

Accepted Answer

Our instructors are experienced jewellers with years of professional practice, who love sharing their skills with others.

Question 18

How many people are in each class?

Accepted Answer

We keep things small (usually 8 students) so everyone gets personalised guidance and plenty of hands-on support.

Question 19

Can I book a private workshop?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we offer private sessions for individuals, small groups, birthdays, and corporate bookings.
Contact us (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/contact-bookings )to arrange something special.

Question 20

What’s the best course for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Try our “Make a Silver Ring”(https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/service-page/silver-ring-making-workshop-surrey) or “Make a Pair of Silver Hoop Earrings”(https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/service-page/silver-hoop-earrings-workshop-surrey) workshops. For more in-depth learning, choose our two-day introduction course (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/service-page/introduction-to-jewellery-making-course-surrey)or weekly classes.(https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/jewellery-classes-frensham)
Explore all your options on our courses page.(https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/jewellery-courses)

Question 21

How many spaces are available?

Accepted Answer

To see how many spaces are available, please go to the calendar page here (https://www.oldbarnworkshop.co.uk/view-calendar)where you can see current availability for all of our scheduled workshops.