Ilex Mill and the River Irwell, Rawtenstall
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Ilex Mill and the River Irwell, Rawtenstall
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 30 Mar 2008
Adaptively reused textile mill. The nearest block looks new and has balconies - aaargh! The further sections are original and quite nicely done. The chimney is a gorgeous survivor and would have been a sad loss. Keeping these potent symbols is not a light undertaking as they need lifelong care and bits falling off can have major consequences. The mill was built in 1856 and is Grade II Listed.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.700402
Longitude
-2.282145