Fairbottom, between Oldham and Ashton under Lyne
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Fairbottom, between Oldham and Ashton under Lyne
Image: © Martin Clark Taken: Unknown
This tranquil spot on the bank of the River Medlock was once a hive of activity. There are a few remains left to show that the Fairbottom coal mine was here. It was the location of a Newcomen steam engine known locally as "Fairbottom Bobs" (now in the Dearborn Museum, USA).
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Image Location
Latitude
53.510143
Longitude
-2.099481