Monument record 2157 - Feeder Channel to Grag Mill Pool
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Summary
A substantial feeder channel runs from Clough House, where it draws water from the Cumberland Brook into the north end of the mill pool above Crag. It remains an impressive structure for much of its length as it runs across the hillside. It was constructed by George Palfreyman c.1800.
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Full Description
A substantial feeder channel runs from Clough House, where it draws water from the Cumberland Brook into the north end of the mill pool above Crag. It remains an impressive structure for much of its length as it runs across the hillside. The ditch is still visible revetted on the western side by a dry stone wall and marked by a line of sycamores in its eastern edge. Constructed by George Palfreyman c.1800 (1).
<1> Longden G, 1988, The Industrial Revolution in East Cheshire: Six Theme Walks, /39 (Book). SCH3193.
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- <1> SCH3193 Book: Longden G. 1988. The Industrial Revolution in East Cheshire: Six Theme Walks. /39.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 985 692 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ96NE |
| Civil Parish | MACCLESFIELD FOREST AND WILDBOARCLOUGH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WILDBOARCLOUGH, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 1 2012 11:39AM