oldham

Introduction Another mill me and @JakeV50 visited on our recent trip to the Manchester area. We didn’t know what to expect with this one, as we pinned it years ago and decided to visit it as we were only around 10 minutes away. We were pleasantly surprised by its remaining features despite being...

The jubilee mill was a cotton mill owned by R. Howarth. It isn't the most interesting explore, few bits of history here and there. However there are two old cotton machines, one in the main upstairs room and one in the basement. Next to this basement lies a secret. You will find a small gap in...

History Hartford mill was constructed in 1907 for the Hartford Mill Company Ltd and designed by Frederick Whittaker Dixon who was responsible for designing many mills around Oldham. The building was extended in 1920 and again in 1924. The mill is cast iron and steel framed, faced in red brick...

A stunning grade two listed gem decaying right on the high street. Featuring the stunning architecture of Alfred Waterhouse who also designed Strangeways prison the Manchester town hall and many other wonders. The main building has been used for many different purposes over the years as well...