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Also known as Lord Holme Mill, it was built about 1800 to produce cloth from cotton.
The mill ceased operation in 1890, and was used as a dance hall, and roller skating rink, among other facilities. The mill was largely derelict following WWII, but…

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Howden Hall, Hardcastle Crags (July 2000)

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A rare internal shot of Gibson Mill Restaurant in its hey day as a recreational venue. Probably early 1900s.

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Built around 1800 by Abraham Gibson, this was one of the earliest mills in the area and was water powered producing cotton cloth, until it ceased production in 1890.

In the early part of the 20th century it was an entertainment centre for local…

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Showing Midgehole WMC (Blue Pig) and New Bridge Hall

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Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags

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The Hebden Valley at Hardcastle Crags, taken from 1.5 miles out of Hebden Bridge. Picture used in "The Calderdale Way" by Herbert C. Collins

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The path in the centre is part of the old Packhorse route from Heptonstall crossing over the bridge here and then climbing up the hillside to Pecket Well.
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