Diamond Ropeworks, Royton
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Diamond Ropeworks, Royton
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 17 Mar 1990
Also known as Cocker Mill and Irk Mill. Built earlier than 1832 originally. Used for fustian cutting by 1891 and taken over in 1897 by Hardman, Ingham & Dawson Ltd for rope and twine making. This ceased following a fire in 1983 and it was taken over in 1975 by Sammy-Woodland Ltd for scarf manufacture. Finally closed 1994 and demolished 1995. The steam engine was saved and is at Bolton. Information from Gurr & Hunt - The Cotton Mills of Oldham (a must have).
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Image Location
Latitude
53.569458
Longitude
-2.10868