Century Mill, Farnworth
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Century Mill, Farnworth
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 20 Aug 2011
An early 20th century cotton spinning mill using ring frames and powered by a 1500 horsepower Hick, Hargreaves cross compound steam engine. Now in multiple occupancy. The chimney is a fine example but there is evidence that bits have been falling off. The engine house was round the back and has been demolished.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.545879
Longitude
-2.411355