Monument record 656/1/1 - Duston Upper Mill
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Summary
In the early 19th-century the mill was described as being built of brick and tile with thatched dwelling house adjoining. It was sold in 1919, but never worked again and was demolished in 1976.
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Full Description
{1} Mill still standing today was described in 1894 as roller flour mill which was powered by steam & water; managers at this time were J.G.Daniels & T.C.Thompson; Duston "Upper" is one of few remaining mills; in state of disrepair; old millstone stands outside
{2}Duston Mill ceased working in 1919 and was finally demolished in the 1970s
<1> NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL, 1987, Watermills in Northampton: History & Survivals, p.5 (checked) (Booklet). SNN15540.
<2> BLACKBURN D, 1997, St Luke's Archaeological Group: Second Report, Discussion, Comment and Guide, (unchecked) (Notes). SNN44458.
<3> BLACKBURN D, 1998, SP730596 DUSTON MILL (UPPER) NORTHAMPTON, (unchecked) (Uncertain). SNN55932.
<4> STARMER G., 2002?, Northamptonshire Watermills Survey 2001 - 2002 (A-H), p. 47 (Report). SNN105520.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SNN15540 Booklet: NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL. 1987. Watermills in Northampton: History & Survivals. N'pton Borough Council. p.5 (checked).
- <2> SNN44458 Notes: BLACKBURN D. 1997. St Luke's Archaeological Group: Second Report, Discussion, Comment and Guide. (unchecked).
- <3> SNN55932 Uncertain: BLACKBURN D. 1998. SP730596 DUSTON MILL (UPPER) NORTHAMPTON. (unchecked).
- <4> SNN105520 Report: STARMER G.. 2002?. Northamptonshire Watermills Survey 2001 - 2002 (A-H). N.C.C.. p. 47.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7293 5962 (point) Central |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 7 2020 2:45PM
