The old Smithy, Hale Barns
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The old Smithy, Hale Barns
Image: © Anthony O'Neil Taken: 5 Nov 2013
The building directly ahead is original and unchanged since the 19th century. Photos exist of the blacksmith at work there. The crescent-shaped corner building is a 20th century addition. Ownership has gone through various hands since the war including a Mr Aldcroft, who ran a hardware shop in the adjacent building, and was also an organ enthusiast. Strains from the Wurlitzer which he had installed in the Smithy loft used to drift across the Green.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.369726
Longitude
-2.315572