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The Cobblestones Printing Works

 

_{The Cobblestones Printing Works recreates the activity of a letterpress job-printing shop in the early 1900s, setting type letter-by-letter in the manner developed by Gutenberg in 1450 and printing it on century-old presses.  Cobblestones' resident hobbyist printer Tony King is a master of the old art and his engagement with visitors is renowned. Tony's enthusiasm and hands-on approach results in many visitors proudly leaving the Printing Works bearing their own letterpress creations.}

 

Bus tours

_{With its intriguing tools and historic machinery, The Printing Works is a popular Wairarapa tourist attraction with groups keen to witness - and try for themselves - historic printing equipment in action. Find out more at YOUR VISIT.}

 

Sessions for children and school groups

_{Children of all ages are intrigued by the colonial printing equipment at The Printing Works. This is a popular destination for school and EOTC (Education outside the classroom) visits, with the added attraction of hands-on experience. Find out more at YOUR VISIT.}