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Dewsbury 34101_025
Filename: 34101_025.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (5.4MB)
Date: 29th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Mat
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Dewsbury 34101_025
Dewsbury, Yorkshire, 2019. The former Machell Bros Limited, Shoddy and Mungo Manufacturers Mill, est in 1856, now converted into flats. SE2421
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 23817433
© Historic England Archive
Conversion Mill Urban Apartment
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the transformation of Dewsbury's industrial landscape, showcasing the former Machell Bros Limited Mill in all its resplendent glory. Located in Yorkshire and established way back in 1856, this historic mill holds a significant place in the region's rich heritage. Now repurposed into modern flats, it stands as a testament to architectural ingenuity and adaptive reuse. The image showcases the imposing structure from an elevated perspective, allowing us to appreciate its grandeur against the urban backdrop. The mill's red-brick façade exudes timeless elegance, while its large windows hint at a bygone era when bustling machinery once filled these walls. Matthew Oakey skillfully captures both the historical significance and contemporary charm of this converted apartment complex. The juxtaposition between old and new is striking; traditional architecture harmoniously blends with sleek modern design elements that now house residents seeking comfort within these revamped walls. As we gaze upon this print from Historic England, our imagination takes flight envisioning workers laboring diligently within these very walls over a century ago. Today, however, they have been transformed into cozy homes where families create new memories amidst echoes of their industrial past. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that history can be preserved while embracing progress—a visual tribute to Dewsbury's evolution from an industrious manufacturing hub to an inviting residential haven.
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