Duddon iron furnace (disused)
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Duddon iron furnace (disused)
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 23 Sep 2017
A charcoal burning blast furnace dating from 1736. Isaac Wilkinson's cylinder bellows powered by water were first applied here. It is a Scheduled Ancient Monument but is temporarily closed to the public while structural issues are considered. There is a good view from the bridleway that goes past the site.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.283902
Longitude
-3.235699