Christmas printing blocks produced by Downham Grammar School pupils in the 1950s. Picture: Discover Downham - Credit: Discover Downham Festive printing blocks made by Norfolk pupils have given an insight into Christmases past. Around 10 years ago Discover Downham came into the possession of a set of six printing blocks for producing Christmas cards, which were produced by pupils at the former Downham Grammar School (DGS) in Ryston End in Downham Market. Christmas printing blocks produced by Downham Grammar School pupils in the 1950s. Picture: Discover Downham - Credit: Discover Downham The blocks, which are believed to have been made in the 1950s, were made from metal and are set on a wooden block, which were designed by woodwork master Normal Yule and his pupils.