Let’s Discover… The Printed Word

Printer Francesca Kay demonstrates how to set type and print the old-fashioned way.

Francesca will make you a letterpress print with her vintage table-top printing press, explaining how this ancient skill changed the world. She will also tell you how some of our common phrases come from the letterpress printing world.

Come and find out how to make a good impression!

You do not need to book tickets for this event.

Event time

Tue 25 Aug 2026 10:00 - 16:00

Admission prices

Members - Free

Adult - £10.90

Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) - £34.90

Family (1 adult & up to 3 children) - £24.00

Disabled person and companion - Free

Juniors (Aged 5-17) / Students* - £7.60

Seniors (Aged 65+) - £9.80

All children under 5 receive free entry

*Student photo ID card is required to be shown on entry

Blue Light Card holders and HM Armed Forces & Veterans receive 10% off individual admission (not available online).

For full site information, including seasonal opening times and facilities, please visit the Chepstow Castle monument page.