Battle of the Blacksmiths (IRL) - 25-27 Juli 2025
27.07.2025
Forged in Ireland visit the 'That Beats Banagher Festival' for the third year to show off traditional blacksmith skills, smelt local bog iron and host the annual 'Battle of the Blacksmiths'.
With forging competitions for the coveted 'Golden Anvil' , displays and demonstrations, stalls and much more happening in the picturesque town of Banagher. This is one of our favourite events of the year. Camping is also available - so come for the whole weekend!
-> Camping onsite, plenty of craic, and competitions galore!
-> Artist Blacksmith Competition theme: 'The Village Blacksmiths' - giving you plenty of scope for your imagination and ideas
Timetable
Friday 25th July
From 1pm: Site opens for early setup
Saturday 26th July
11:00–14:00: Battle of the Blacksmiths
18:00–19:00: Talk by Michael Budd (Pump House)
Sunday 27th July
11:00–13:00: Golden Anvil Competition
13:00–15:00: Michael Budd Demonstration
15:00: Prize Giving
The 'That Beats Banagher Festival' has lots to offer and visitors to the town can dip their toes into the water, and take advantage of some of the fantastic water activities on offer like; canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding. There's also great food, heritage and craft events.