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Stone Holme Mill, Crawshawbooth, early 1900s
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Stone Holme Mill, Crawshawbooth, early 1900s
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Crawshawbooth Holme Mill Rossendale
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Step back in time with this image of Stone Holme Mill in Crawshawbooth, Rossendale, dating back to the early 1900s. This vintage photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to an era of simplicity and industry. The mill, nestled in the picturesque valley, stands proud against the backdrop of the rolling hills and lush greenery. Its stone walls, weathered by time, tell a story of the past, while the water wheel, still in operation, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people who once worked there. The scene is set against the crisp, clear skies of a bygone era. The trees, bare of leaves, frame the mill perfectly, their branches reaching out like skeletal fingers against the blue sky. The nearby houses, with their slate roofs and chimneys, speak of the close-knit community that once thrived around the mill. The people in this photograph, dressed in their Victorian and Edwardian attire, add to the sense of history and nostalgia. They go about their daily tasks, oblivious to the passage of time, as the mill continues to grind away, providing for their needs. This photograph is a precious reminder of a time when life was simpler, when the rhythms of nature and industry were intertwined, and when the beauty of the natural world was a constant source of inspiration. It is a snapshot of a moment in history, frozen in time, waiting to be discovered and appreciated by generations to come.
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