Survey Data
Reg No
11221009
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Social, Technical
Original Use
Mill (water)
Date
1810 - 1830
Coordinates
313534, 224850
Date Recorded
17/06/2002
Date Updated
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Description
Detached L-plan multiple-bay former paper mill, c.1820, now ruinous. Multiple levels from road to river, part on revetted precipice to south. To north, four bays with partially blocked brick arched openings, double-height window openings over. Brick and rubble walls. Brick arch within. Arched outlet to river.
Appraisal
This paper mill was operated by the Quaker Fry family until the late 1830s. It was one of at least twelve mills on the Owendoher River, and forms an important part of the industrial heritage of the area. Even in its ruinous state, it enhances the area both visually and historically.