The Bouldon Iron Furnace, Shropshire

Set during the English Civil War, the narrative revolves around the Royalist Army's urgent need for weaponry, specifically cannons and cannonballs. The story highlights the collaboration between King Charles I's master of ordnance and Sir Charles Smyth, who owns land in the hamlet of Bouldon. A charcoal iron furnace is to be built near Pye brook to support the Royalist cause, emphasizing themes of loyalty, resourcefulness, and the impact of war on local communities.