Blacksmith

Remaining faithful to traditional Blacksmithing techniques, we create high quality bespoke gates, railings, balconies, handrails and other architectural metalwork

Welding

We provide structural steel fabrications and we carry out an extensive welding service MIG, TIG, MMA, Gas and fire welding.

Forging

The Forge is central to our everyday business. We always encourage clients to support the traditional skills of the blacksmith by opting for forged metalwork designs

Kev Paxton

Kev began his work in the Smiddy as an apprentice in 1989 and mastered his trade over a period of 10 years, when in 1999 he set up his own business, K Paxton Blacksmith.

Angus Megarry

After discovering an interest in blacksmithing during a work experience day, Angus was introduced to Kev via a family member. He joined the company in 2011 and quickly became a highly valued member of the team.

Paul Cameron

Paul joined the team in early 2014 after leaving college and a short time working in the construction trade. There is no one job he prefers and he will turn his hand to anything.

Deek Barnett

Deek is the most recent smiddy recruit and proudly takes the job title ‘Blacksmiths Mate’. He was offered a job at the Smiddy this year and has been providing world class banter to the boys ever since.

K Paxton Blacksmiths are specialists in the design of beautiful bespoke gates and railings. Our award winning gates can be manual or fully automated with access control systems. We work with only the highest quality electric gate systems and alongside fully accredited electricians whose expertise lie in this field.  Consultation and the initial design service is offered free of charge and without obligation.

We create all of our own gates in our hard working Smiddy just outside Edinburgh.  Every gate is hand crafted by our own skilled blacksmiths and with the highest attention to detail. We are able to offer beautiful and simple designs as well as more intricate works of art.