Site of Higher Woodhill Mill
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Site of Higher Woodhill Mill
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 4 Jul 2009
This is in the Burrs Country Park. Originally a cotton mill but later used for paper and glue manufacture. Dating back to 1790 although the visible remains are 19th century. Immediately in front is a waterwheel pit for a large breast shot wheel of about 1850. To its right in the middle distance is the foundation pit for a 100 horsepower beam engine. The chimney base and a gas holder foundation are also visible on the ground. The railway line in the background is now used by the East Lancashire Railway - a preserved line.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.608585
Longitude
-2.301784