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Home > Walks > An historic printing press tour near Fleet Street

An historic printing press tour near Fleet Street

By Caroline King - November 27, 2018Posted in : Heritage, Walks

St Bride's Foundation London - workshops events

One of St Bride’s workshop rooms

When: 28th November 2018, at 2pm

Where: St Bride Foundation, Bride Lane (behind Fleet Street), London

£: Tickets cost £10

What is it?

Did you know, the St Bride Foundation houses the history of print and the skills that made Fleet Street the undisputed home of printing and publishing in London?  The foundation is located on a small lane, just behind Fleet Street itself, and runs regular workshops, talks and tours.

This week, visitors can take a behind the scenes tour of the printing workshop, historic rooms, and famous library. There’ll be the opportunity to view some of the items in the library’s special collection, and learn more about the foundation and its significant place in the illustrious history of the printing press trade.

The tour is perfect for designers, printmakers, or just lovers of history.

More info: www.sbf.org.uk

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