Why West midlands Visitors Escape to Oldfield Forge
Travel
We regularly welcome visitors from Birmingham and the Black Country looking for an authentic rural reset. Getting from the city center to our anvils on Garway Hill is incredibly straightforward.
he Route: Hop on a direct West Midlands Railway or CrossCountry train line from Birmingham New Street straight into Hereford Train Station.
Journey Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The Final Leg: From Hereford Station, we are a straightforward 20-minute local taxi ride into the country.
🚗 Travel by Road
The Route: Head out of Birmingham via the M5, connecting seamlessly down onto the M50 and A40 straight into Herefordshire.
Journey Time: Approximately 1 – 1.5 hours, depending on traffic
On-Site: Once you arrive on Garway Hill, enjoy expansive, secure, and 100% free on-site parking right outside the workshop. No congestion charges or parking permits required.
Frequently Asked Questions for London Visitors
Can I travel back to Birmingham on the train with my finished knife or tool?
Yes, absolutely. At the end of your course, your hand-forged item is safely cooled, oiled, polished, and securely packaged in protective wrapping. It complies fully with UK transit requirements when kept packaged and stowed safely inside your main travel luggage or car boot for your journey home.
Is it easy to come down for a single day trip from Birmingham?
- Yes, completely. Because we are only about 90 minutes away by car or train, many of our Birmingham guests drive down for a single day experience. Our standard full-day courses begin at 09:30 AM, giving you plenty of time for a stress-free morning drive.