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Armour-Smithing Workshop (Arm Harness)

Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades

Bradshaw Street,
Ballarat VIC 3350

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  • 28 Jun

  • 29 Jun

  • 11 Oct

9am–5pm

$775 per person

Unleash your inner medieval warrior in this immersive two-day armouring workshop with armourer Rob Hayes.

Step into the world of 15th-century knights, where steel plate armour combined protection with flexibility.

Forge your own custom arm harness, including vambraces (forearm), couters (elbows), and rearbraces (upper arm), all tailored to your measurements in the iconic high medieval gothic style.

For advanced students, there's the chance to level up with a set of pauldrons (shoulders). No prior experience is needed—just bring your passion for history and craftsmanship.

Held at Ballarat's Australian Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades, a world-class facility dedicated to learning and preserving Australia’s rare arts and trades through a series of workshops, masterclasses, events, and residencies.

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Dates & Times

  • Sat 28 Jun 9am–5pm
  • Sun 29 Jun 9am–5pm
  • Sat 11 Oct 9am–5pm
  • Sun 12 Oct 9am–5pm

Accessibility Information

  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Please note: The accessibility information above is provided by the business operator. For more information, please contact the business directly.

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