Weavers' Cottages, near Bridge End, Leek

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Date:1950 - 1960 (c.)

Description:The houses are thought to have been built between about 1850 and 1875. They were not used as workplaces for weavers and silk dyers because by this time several factories had already been established in the town. Since the photograph was taken the cottages have been demolished.

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Housing Chimneys

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Donor ref:LP-2-22t (28/5246)

Source: Leek Library

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