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Royal Brass Foundry
The Royal Brass Foundry was built in 1717, most probably by Sir John Vanbrugh


The Foundry's impressive structure ensured that it could accommodate a vertical boring machine and the tall doors allowed for the easy transfer of newly-made cannons. Guns for government service were cast here until around 1870.