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Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver ring:Georges Street
Hammer your own silver ring in a hands-on Dublin workshop at South Great Georges Street - an award-winning 2-hour class for ages 10 and up, groups up to 12.
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Duration2 hours
PriceFrom €86
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What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context—not the operator’s sales description.
Right in the middle of Dublin city centre, this award-winning silversmithing class gives you two hours to make something with your own hands. You'll hammer and shape a real silver ring from scratch using real tools - not a kit, not a paint-by-numbers craft session, but actual hands-on work with sterling silver.
The studio is at South Great Georges Street, a few minutes from St Stephen's Green. Groups are capped at 12, so there's always a tutor close by when you need one. It's open to anyone aged 10 and up, which makes it a good option for friends, families, or as a solo treat in the city.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
Arrive knowing which door to go to. The Georges Street and Drury Street locations are only two minutes apart, but it's still worth confirming your spot before you head out. Both are easy to reach on foot from the city centre, and there are bus stops and Luas stops close to both.
How the experience works
There's a second location just two minutes away at 24 Drury Street, Dublin 2. When you book, double-check which location your session is at. If anything changes, the team will contact you before your visit.
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
This works particularly well as a pair activity. Two people making their own rings side by side, comparing results, trying not to mess up the hammering - it's a genuinely engaging way to spend a couple of hours together. The small group cap (12 max) keeps the room relaxed rather than rushed.
The South Great Georges Street area is one of Dublin's most characterful streets. While you're in the neighbourhood, it's worth walking the length of it before or after your class. The Victorian George's Street Arcade is at the north end - covered market stalls, vintage clothing, records, and a few good food spots under one glass roof.
You'll leave with something you actually made. That might sound obvious, but the difference between a hammered silver ring you shaped yourself and anything you could buy in a shop is real. The slight imperfections are the point - they mean it's yours.
If you're visiting Dublin with kids aged 10 and up, this is a more engaging use of two hours than most. Under-16s need a paying adult with them, and both can make their own ring, which keeps everyone involved rather than one person watching another.
Good to know before booking
- Confirm your booked location (Georges Street or Drury Street) before you arrive
- 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 - South Great Georges Street sits at the heart of Dublin's southside, close to Temple Bar, Grafton Street, and the Victorian arcade that shares the street's name.
- Rathmines - A short walk south of the city centre, with a relaxed village feel, good independent cafes, and a canal-side setting worth a stroll.
- Ranelagh - Just beyond Rathmines, a neighbourhood with a strong food scene and a weekend farmers' market that locals turn out for in numbers.
Questions before you book
How long is Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver ring:Georges 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:Georges 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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