This is an unusual building for this area, as it's made from red brick - and has a round chimney. There is very little built of brick locally - the vast majority of the houses and mills are made from stone, much of it local and a warm honeyed tone. And most of the mill chimneys have angles - I suppose it's easier to make small bricks into a smooth round chimney. I don't know much about the history of this mill. It is only a stone's throw from Saltaire, just along the canal. I think it is probably newer than the adjacent Salts and Victoria Mills. No longer a mill, it has been converted into offices.
Another photo that would be good for Weekend Reflections!
Bonjour Jenny! I like these old industrial buildings though I shudder at work conditions in the XIXth century. Somehow they are beautiful to look at, especially when you catch them on a glorious day! Have a wonderful Sunday!
ReplyDeleteI like that even if the building is now used for offices, they had the good idea to keep the chimney!It's a good landmark and a very interesting piece of industrial architecture.
ReplyDeleteGreat reflections. What did they use the mill for? Wool?
ReplyDeleteHi Jenny, beautiful reflections!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a magnificent industrial building.
Happy Sunday!
B xx
It seems like a peaceful place where one can reflect (sorry, not intentional) on life. By comparison, probably a lot noisier back in the day....
ReplyDeleteIt's great to see buildings re-cycled like this.
Not just an interesting old building, but a nicely composed perspective. Nice job, Jenny.
ReplyDeleteWonderful reflection!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like it would be more at home in Manchester. Beautiful photograph!
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