The press had to be dismantled and stored having been constructed specifically for the programme in a BBC studio.
But according to St Bride librarian Nigel Roche, who appeared in the show alongside presenter Adam Hart-Davis, the press, which is the only working Tudor press in existence, will become a permanent feature at the Library, which is based on Fleet Street.
"This is a working press based on early-16th century models," said Roche. "There really is nothing of this order available other than static displays. But this is totally useable."
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