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Blists Hill Iron Furnaces 28747_046
Filename: 28747_046.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (5.7MB)
Date: 8th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Dav
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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© Historic England Archive
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Blists Hill Iron Furnaces 28747_046
Blists Hill Iron Furnaces, Telford and Wrekin, Shropshire, 2015. SJ6903
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 23747482
© Historic England Archive
Engine House Museum Blast Furnace Brickworks
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the mesmerizing Blists Hill Iron Furnaces in all their grandeur. Located in Telford and Wrekin, Shropshire, this historical site stands as a testament to the region's rich industrial heritage. The image showcases several key features of this remarkable complex, including blast furnaces, brickworks, an engine house, and tile works. The imposing blast furnaces dominate the scene with their towering presence, evoking a sense of awe and admiration for the engineering prowess of yesteryears. These structures once roared with intense heat and activity as they played a vital role in shaping Britain's iron industry. Nestled amidst lush greenery, the surrounding landscape adds a touch of serenity to this otherwise bustling hub of productivity. It is fascinating to witness how nature has reclaimed parts of this industrial marvel over time. Today, these historic buildings have been transformed into a living museum that allows visitors to step back in time and experience life during the Industrial Revolution. As you explore each nook and cranny captured within this print by Dave MacLeod for Historic England, you can almost hear echoes from the past - clinking machinery sounds intermingling with voices filled with determination. This image serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history while also celebrating human ingenuity. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come since those days when these iron furnaces were at their peak production capacity – forever etching themselves into Shropshire's narrative as enduring
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