Water-powered mill survives from 18th-century Worth Valley
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 11:31 · Archive
A textile mill from the late 18th century remains along the upper Worth Valley's watercourses.
Towards the close of the 18th and early years of the 19th century, many small speculative textile mills were constructed along the watercourses of the upper Worth Valley. These mills relied on water power to drive their machinery during the early period of textile manufacturing development.
At least one of these mills has survived from that era, making it a rare example of the industrial heritage of the upper Worth Valley. The survival of such structures provides insight into the region's textile manufacturing past.
How it is being reported
- A rare survivor of upper Worth Valley’s water powered millsKeighley News · 2 Oct, 08:00
- A rare survivor of upper Worth Valley’s water powered millsTelegraph & Argus · 2 Oct, 08:00
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