Former Caerlee Mill, Innerleithen
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Former Caerlee Mill, Innerleithen
Image: © Jim Barton Taken: 16 Jan 2017
The textile mill (or Brodie's Mill) opened in 1788, initially powered by waterwheels in the mill lade or 'dam' as it was known locally. The mill was converted to steam power in 1839 and closed in 2013. The site has been partially cleared pending redevelopment.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.621061
Longitude
-3.064009