Archaeological Dig at Kibboth Crew

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Archaeological Dig at Kibboth Crew

Image: © Paul Anderson Taken: 3 May 2007

The Ramsbottom Heritage Society organised an archaeological dig, which was supervised by the University of Manchester Archaeology Unit. Professional archaeologists supervised the forty or so local volunteers who worked on the site for three weeks from April 16th to May 4th 2007 This 300 year old site dates back to 1710 and is the oldest known industrial site in Ramsbottom. It consisted of a water-powered fulling mill, where felt was made from wool, and a small lodge, or reservoir just above it. An undated newspaper article and evidence from maps indicate that between 1893 and 1908 the dam burst and both the lodge and the mill disappeared at this time. For more pictures and information about the dig by The Ramsbottom Heritage Society click on http://www.ramsbottomheritage.org.uk/

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