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Welsh Woollen Mill
Pandy Mill, a woollen mill at Penmachno, Carnarvonshire, Wales. Date: 19th century
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Carnarvonshire Mill Textiles Wool Woollen Pandy
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Step back in time with this image of Pandy Mill, a 19th-century Welsh woollen mill nestled in the picturesque village of Penmachno, Carnarvonshire, Wales. The mill, a testament to the region's rich textile history, is surrounded by lush greenery and the babbling waters of the River Lledr. During the 19th century, Wales became a hub for the woollen industry, with countless mills like Pandy Mill popping up across the country. The region's abundant water supply, combined with its plentiful sheep population, made it an ideal location for wool production. At Pandy Mill, raw wool was transformed into finished textiles through a labor-intensive process that involved carding, spinning, weaving, and dyeing. The mill's massive water wheel, visible in the foreground of the photograph, played a crucial role in powering the machinery used in the production process. The mill workers, many of whom lived in the nearby village, would have spent long hours toiling away at their tasks, from sunrise to sunset. The textiles produced at Pandy Mill would have been used for a variety of purposes, from clothing and blankets to upholstery and curtains. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the woollen industry was a thriving part of Welsh life. Today, Pandy Mill stands as a reminder of the region's rich industrial heritage and the important role it played in shaping the history of textiles in Wales.
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