Oliver started his training at Hereford College of Technology, Britain’s flagship blacksmithing course. From there he undertook a five year apprenticeship with Master Blacksmith Don Barker, learning the craft at the anvil day after day.
This was followed by working for a select few of the most notable Blacksmithing companies across Britain, including projects for The Palace of Westminster and The Chelsea Flower Show. Oliver also worked overseas in Australia, France and South Africa, sharpening his eye on a different set of traditions and challenges.
After honing his craft in different countries, Oliver decided to return home to the UK in 2018 and founded O&Co Blacksmiths. He wanted to take his design and making skills to the next level, and produce decorative metalwork to the highest of standards in one of the most exacting and critical markets for traditional and contemporary ironwork in the world.
Oliver has found great delight in working directly with his customers to create bespoke solutions for real people in the real world — from the very first phone call to the final installation.
O&Co will always be Oliver’s main focus and now, with our growing client base, we are able to keep expanding and he’s always looking forward to the next project.
