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Balbus · 19-02-2015, 11:50

Richard Shaw Crossley, in his book, says it was the Spinners Arms in 1869, and in Oak Street. There appears to be a bricked up doorway in Oak Street, although I can only remember an entrance in Cross Street. There was a substantial cellar which could have served as cells.

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Balbus Full Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 161 Liked: 14 times Rep Power: 3024	Re: First jail in accrington Richard Shaw Crossley, in his book, says it was the Spinners Arms in 1869, and in Oak Street. There appears to be a bricked up doorway in Oak Street, although I can only remember an entrance in Cross Street. There was a substantial cellar which could have served as cells. Last edited by Balbus; 19-02-2015 at 11:52. Reason: Additional info.