Vale Mills, Oakworth
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Vale Mills, Oakworth
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 7 Mar 2020
Built early 19th century as a cotton mill for John Greenwood & Son. The oldest part is on the right in the background and Listed Grade II. The multistorey block is more recent. Although originally a cotton mill, it was probably later used for woollens as the predominant textile in Yorkshire. The closest part with the north light roof appears most recent and is occupied by Reflex labels. The bulk of the mill beyond is occupied by Linear Composites that was originally part of ICI but is now a subsidiary of Maccaferri.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.840485
Longitude
-1.943734