RBST Devon                

RBST Devon tour of Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme

Sunday 25th October 11 am
What a great day out we had, when the machinery was powered by steam - see photos below
The volunteer helpers showed us how raw wool is transformed into yarn and fabrics
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5 mins from M5 J27, B3181 Willand  & brown tourist information signs
more information & directions at www.coldharbourmill.org.uk

Do let us know if you are coming by emailing Hillary Hanson by 20th Oct. Email by clicking the link

The Mill was built in 1799 by Quaker Thomas Fox to spin woollen and later worsted yarns, and is a rare example of surviving Georgian architecture, industry and enterprise.  The factory tour includes the spinning frames and power looms and the machinery is powered by a recently restored 1821 High Breast Shot water wheel (the largest in the South West), and a rare 1910 Pollit & Wigzell 300hp steam engine and Galloway Boiler.