Lancashire Sock Manufacturing Company, Bacup
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Lancashire Sock Manufacturing Company, Bacup
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 23 Apr 2024
Founded in 1917 and still going strong although socks do not seem to feature large in their products. The company is the UK's leading manufacturer of latex foam and crumb rubber coated felts and textiles which are used in a wide range of domestic and industrial applications from footwear insoles to carpet underlay. They are also the premier manufacturer and supplier of synthetic chamois and advanced heat reflective ironing board cover fabrics.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.690618
Longitude
-2.183194