Lion Mill, Royton
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Lion Mill, Royton
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 6 Feb 2023
A Grade II Listed former cotton spinning mill. Built in 1890 and powered by a Pollit & Wigzell steam engine. In 1915 it had 109,680 spindles. The engine was rebuilt in 1900 in 14 days, presumably over the 'wakes week' period. Production ceased in 1967.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.564871
Longitude
-2.111386