Marsh Mill, Thornton
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Marsh Mill, Thornton
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 17 Sep 2023
Tower mill and attached drying kiln. Mill dated 1794, by Ralph Slater. Altered c1850 and in 1896, extensive repair in 1964, and restored to full working order 1986-90. Drying kiln fully rebuilt 1988-89. Six storeys with four patent sails and winding by fantail. The sails are now turned by an electric motor drive. The interior contains four sets of stones, a jogscry (shaking sieve) and a wire machine. Visited as part of Heritage Open Days with a guided tour.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.874878
Longitude
-3.012027