Clayton Gas Works in Low lane
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Clayton Gas Works in Low lane
Image: © Alan Longbottom Taken: 14 Apr 2007
Viewed from the top of Holt's Lane, this telephoto shot clearly shows the position of the former gasholder. This was the works of the Clayton, Allerton and Thornton Gas Company Ltd, founded in 1865.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.78627
Longitude
-1.829519