Sunday 25 September 2022

Thornes Mill, Wakefield

History

This steam-powered worsted mill was likely established between 1837-8, with the first building being the engine house. The mill was mainly used for yarn spinning, despite the adoption of a single storeyed layout normally associated with weaving.

Source:
https://yorkshire.u08.eu/alverthorpewiththornes/63766/

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