Building record 780/0/57 - Former smithy, rear of 60 High Street
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Summary
Outbuildings to the rear of 60 High Street were used as a a smithy from c1875. During WWII, the buildings were used to make bomb casings.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} William Holt green moved his smithy from Kings Lane around 1875 to substantial brick and slate buildings behind his new house Montague Villa (now Labourne House). The business moved to the present PJ Green Garage (smithy demolished 1975) on the side of High Street. In 1940, these buildings were the main factory for Mary Channel (Great Britain) Ltd making casings for incendiary bombs etc.
{2} 'Smithy' marked in 1900
<1> J M Smith, 2001, Northamptonshire Industrial Archaeology Group Recording Forms, p. 7-8 (Recording Form (Not SMR)). SNN117172.
<2> Ordnance Survey Map (Scale/date), Northamptonshire XLIV.9 (25"/1900) (Map). SNN112944.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 6472 6031 (10m by 14m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FLORE |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 28 2026 9:34AM
