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<dc:description>&lt;p&gt;P Johnson &amp;amp; Co at Ratho Byres Forge, established over 40 years ago, is a family-run business designing and creating contemporary metalwork. The artist blacksmiths combine modern technology with traditional skills to create innovative ironwork. Many examples of commissioned works can be found in various locations around Edinburgh, as well as throughout Scotland. This is a unique opportunity to take a tour of a well equipped working forge and watch the ‘smiths at work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ACTIVITIES&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The forges will be lit and several blacksmiths will demonstrate the forging of mild steel using power and hand hammers at the anvil.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tours of the forge and how it operates.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Displays of past and&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Refreshments will be available.&lt;/p&gt;</dc:description>
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