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Gayle Mill

Caption :- Gayle Mill interior, with 1879 double-vortex turbine, built by Williamsons (now Gilbert Gilkes & Gordon Ltd) of Kendal. It drove a range of woodworking machinery (rack sawbench, circular saw, planer, and lathes). Still in use today (2017).

Media Reference :- Gayle Mill turbine.JPG
Key Words :- textile mill cotton spinning flax water saw
Original Media Date :- 6 August 2015
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