Ashton Frost Wheel
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Ashton Frost Wheel by Steve Houldsworth as part of the Geograph project.
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Ashton Frost Wheel
Image: © Steve Houldsworth Taken: 31 Jul 2010
The cog wheel is a part of the Ashton Frost engine. The wheel was located in Primrose Mill, Church. Follow the link to see the engine in situ – Image It was built in 1884 and was capable of driving 400 Lancashire Looms. The wheel has been salvaged and put on display due to the efforts of Accrington Civic Trust. It is located at the junction of Scaitcliffe St and Eagle St, Accrington.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.750772
Longitude
-2.368164