The Lost World Of Soho Foundry – A Talk by Andrew Lound

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Soho Foundry is probably the greatest industrial site on earth. Built by Matthew Boulton & James Watt to construct steam engines that powered the industrial revolution.
Andrew Lound, former curator of the onsite museum, takes you on a journey through the history of the site. Rare images from history as well as his own modern images create a remarkable presentation. Journey through the old foundry as if exploring a lost world.

A Haunting and beautiful presentation, accompanied by video and music.

Cannock Library
Wednesday 25th February
2:00pm-4:00pm (arrive for 1:45pm to be seated)
Free (Booking Essential)
Refreshments served during an intermission.

Please contact Cannock Library 01543 334525 email cannock.library@staffordshire.gov.uk to book your tickets

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25th Feb 2026
02:00pm - 04:00pm
Ws11 1aa, WS11 1AA