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Old 25-10-2004, 13:46   #1
Atarah
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Primrose Mill, Church

Hi, we've already mentioned Primrose Mill on another thread, re the engine parts that were left to rust away in the side grounds of Haworth Art Gallery. Here is an old postcard I have just come across, showing some of the women workers at the mill. You never know, Darby and Doug, etc., some of your rellies may even be on the photo, eh?
The mill was built in 1855 and changed hands on quite a few occasions. Around 1912, possibly a similar time to when this photo was taken, a wide range of fabrics were being produced - muslins, airship fabrics, poplins, art silks, and plain and fancy cottons.

Weaving ended at the mill in 1982 and it was demolished during 1985
Some of the weaving shed wall still survives along Bridge Street I believe.
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