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Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver Ring: Drury Street
Forge your own hammered silver ring at this award-winning Dublin workshop on Drury Street - a 2 to 2.5 hour hands-on class for small groups of up to 12.
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Duration2 hours
PriceFrom €86
Rating4.9 from 424 reviews
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The IrelandMe take
What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context—not the operator’s sales description.
The Drury Street studio is the newly renovated home of this award-winning silversmithing class. You'll spend around 2 to 2.5 hours learning how to hammer and shape a silver ring from scratch - real sterling silver, real tools, real instruction. Groups stay at 12 or fewer, so you'll always have someone on hand to guide you through the process.
Nearly 425 reviews and a rating of 4.9 says a lot about how these sessions tend to go. It's the kind of thing that works brilliantly with a friend or a partner, and it holds up just as well as a solo afternoon in the city.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
Drury Street is a great base for an afternoon in Dublin's southside. The street itself is a good mix of independent shops and food spots, and it sits just off South Great Georges Street and a short walk from Grafton Street. Give yourself some time either side of the class to explore the neighbourhood on foot.
How the experience works
There's a second location just two minutes away at 4 South Great Georges Street, D02 NR59. When you book, check which address is on your confirmation. If the team ever needs to move you, they'll be in touch in advance.
What the price covers
- Sterling silver for your ring
- Plenty of chocolate to keep you going
- The building is not wheelchair accessible
- Children under 10 are not permitted
Local tips that make the day better
The 2 to 2.5 hour window is accurate, not padded. Silversmithing takes concentration and there's genuine technique involved. The class doesn't rush you through - you're learning a real process, which is part of why people come back so enthusiastic about what they made.
Chocolate is included and it's not a small detail. Working with tools and silver is more mentally absorbing than you'd expect, and the breaks with chocolate punctuate the session nicely. Don't skip them.
Under-16s are welcome but need a paying adult with them. Both the adult and the young person can make their own ring during the session, so it's a properly shared experience rather than one person watching the other. Ages 10 and up only - younger children aren't permitted.
The 4.9 rating across nearly 425 reviews is the kind of consistency that tells you something. It suggests the team running these sessions is genuinely good at what they do. If you're looking for one hands-on activity to do in Dublin that you'll actually remember, this is a strong contender.
Good to know before booking
- Double-check your booked location before you arrive (Drury Street or Georges Street)
- Under-16s must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Service animals are welcome
- Good public transport links nearby
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- Group size is capped at 12
- Conducted in English
Make more of the area
- Dublin City Centre - Drury Street sits just minutes from Grafton Street and the Victorian George's Street Arcade, in the heart of Dublin's southside shopping and dining quarter.
- Rathmines - A short walk south through the Portobello neighbourhood, Rathmines has a village character and a canal-side stretch that locals use as their afternoon walk.
- Portobello - The neighbourhood between the city centre and Rathmines, known for its canal towpaths, independent coffee spots, and a calm that's hard to believe is so close to the centre.
Questions before you book
How long is Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver Ring: Drury Street?
The published duration is 2 hours. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point and for your onward plans.
How much does Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver Ring: Drury Street cost?
The listed starting price is From €86. Live prices can change by date, group size and availability.
What should I know before booking?
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
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