CWS Flannel Factory, Littleborough near Rochdale

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CWS Flannel Factory, Littleborough near Rochdale

CWS Flannel Factory, Littleborough near Rochdale, probably 1920/30s

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

1920 30s Coop Cooperative Flannel Movement Rochdale Wholesale Littleborough

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1. Title: "A Peek into the Past: CWS Flannel Factory, Littleborough near Rochdale (1920s-1930s)" 2. Caption: This vintage photograph, hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of the CWS Flannel Factory in Littleborough, situated near Rochdale. The image, likely taken between the 1920s and 1930s, showcases the grandeur and intricacy of the industrial revolution era. 3. The factory, a significant part of the Cooperative Wholesale Society (CWS), was instrumental in the production of high-quality flannel during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The Cooperative Movement, which began in the mid-19th century, aimed to provide affordable goods and services to its members, making the CWS Flannel Factory an essential component of the society's mission. 4. The photograph reveals the factory's impressive architecture, with its tall, red-brick chimneys reaching for the sky, and the large, arched windows that allow ample natural light to filter in. The intricate machinery, visible through the windows, hints at the factory's advanced textile production capabilities. 5. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a lantern slide projector, which suggests that this photograph was once a part of a larger presentation or lecture series. The projector, with its wooden casing and ornate brass details, adds an air of nostalgia and intrigue to the image. 6. As we delve deeper into the history of the CWS Flannel Factory in Littleborough, we are transported back in time to an era of innovation, progress, and community spirit. This photograph serves as a testament to the rich industrial heritage of Rochdale and the significant role the CWS played in shaping the textile industry during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

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