Alex Pole

Alex Pole has a lifelong passion for metal work.

He trained originally as a jewellery maker, but has been working now as a blacksmith for 25 years. Using both traditional and modern techniques, and local or recycled materials wherever possible, Alex makes bespoke pieces for private clients or designers, as well as developing his own range, Forge Kitchenware. He also runs regular blacksmithing courses from The Forge in Somerset.

It is both exhilarating and calming to join Alex at work for a few hours and learn a little of his trade from him.

Joining us on: 3-7 October 2024, 26-30 September 2024

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– Who else is joining us for Kitchen on the Edge of the World –

Lee John Phillips

Lee John Phillips is a freelance illustrator, spoon carver, educator and sketchbook keeper from West Wales.

Audun Rasmussen

Before you have even said hello to Audun, you will be greeted with a mischievous smile and twinkling eyes. He is the one who will guide you safely and expertly through this wild terrain we call home. The man’s mind is an encyclopedic field guide.

Lennox Hastie

Lennox is fascinated by fire. He is the chef and owner of Firedoor in Sydney, Australia’s only fully wood fueled restaurant.

José Pizarro

José is often described as the Godfather of Spanish cooking in the UK.

Heidi Bjerkan

Heidi is the founder of Credo Restaurant in Trondheim.

Henry Harris

Henry is a highly acclaimed chef, restaurateur and food writer.

Stuart Bale

Stu started his drinks career with collecting glasses in Glasgow, while at University studying dentistry. After leaving university prematurely and turning to bartending full time, Stu quickly fell in love with the drinks industry.

Bron Taylor

Bron Taylor is Professor of Religion and Environmental Ethics at the University of Florida.

Bill Amberg

Bill Amberg is one of the most respected names in contemporary British leathercraft.

Jemma Lewis

Artist Jemma Lewis offers mesmerising paper marbling workshops. An aqueous surface design which produces patterns similar to smooth marble.

Mark Lord

Mark Lord aka Lino Lord leans into the rich history of craft from Cornwall to capture fascinating natural and iconic imagery.

Jimmy Øien

Jimmy is the head chef and co-owner of groundbreaking Restaurant Rest in Oslo.