Former Down Shoes Factory, Banbridge
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Former Down Shoes Factory, Banbridge
Image: © Dean Molyneaux Taken: 17 Aug 2009
On the Newry Road. This factory opened in the 1967 and was for many years one of the largest employers in the area. Until 2002, Lotus brand shoes were made here, as well as the Fii and Frank Wright brands. Since its closure it has lay derelict and awaits redevelopment into flats.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.333216
Longitude
-6.282994