The Old Smithy, Owston Ferry
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The Old Smithy, Owston Ferry
Image: © Chris Taken: 4 Aug 2013
See also Image; Image Successively owned by 5 generations of the Laming family, it closed in 1975 and was left undisturbed, a time capsule, until acquired by the Owston Ferry Society, and reopened as a Museum and Heritage Centre in 1992. Its business was making hand-crafted agricultural implements (many used for drainage) an horse-shoeing, and the workshop has been preserved in its original condition. Included was a wheelwright's business. There are albums of old photos of the area and a collection of items from the village's past. A truly fascinating place worth the £3 entry. I was given a guided tour by the gentleman in the photo, who had a life-time's experience of these businesses (this wonderful gentleman has, sadly, died since my visit. He will be missed). It was open on this August Sunday afternoon, and is open from May to September 2pm - 5pm. For more information phone 01427 728325.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.492647
Longitude
-0.781171