Chainmaking workshops, Cradley Heath

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Date:1907

Description:A row of single-storey chainmaking workshops at Purser's Square, also known as Anvil Yard, Cradley Heath. Cradley was well-known for producing hand-made iron chain. The workshops were very small, often in the back yards of the workers' houses. Many women worked in the industry, tending to make smaller gauge chain. Anvil Yard was demolished in 1931.

Image courtesy of Birmingham Library.

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Donor ref:P82.022.0004 (37/40690)

Source: Staffordshire Museum Service

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