Mill Farm Print

Print, artist unknown, of Mill Farm built around 1840 by a corn miller named Josiah Livings. The mills were demolished in the early 1900s due to the advent of the railways which caused a downturn in flour production.  The premises were used as farm buildings and the...

Kings Flour Mill

This photograph shows the mill in full production in the early 20th century.

Mill Street

Mill Street leading to Kings Mill in the late 19th, early 20th century. Most of the buildings in the centre of the photograph have been demolished.

Kings Flour Mill

The flour mill has been an important part of the community since Mr Thomas King owned it in 1886. The grain was supplied by local farmers and the flour produced was used by local businesses. The mill was water-powered and later changed to steam. It remained in the...