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Ditherington Flax Mill

Shrewsbury, England
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Ranked #21 of 27 attractions in Shrewsbury
Type: Architectural Buildings
Most recent review
- May 15, 2013
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Cannock, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

There was a recent open day at the Flax Mill (11 & 12 May 2013 ) and having worked there in the 60's my wife agreed to attend with me to allow me to reminisce having heard so much about the first full time job I had. Unfortunately I now wish we had not gone on that pilgrimage because I... More

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shropshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

what a fantastic place to visit , the worlds first sky scraper . photo opportunities excellent . Now english heritage have taken over i am sure we will see much more soon

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

Well worth seeing, not a polished finished attraction at all, but an incredible building that should be seen. Enthusiast to show you round & they need your help !

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

The building is currently under construction so there is limited viewing. To make for better understanding of the building, perhaps read up about it before viewing. Interested to see how this develops!

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Watford, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2012

We expected the first iron framed building to be in better shape than this. It is derelict and you can’t actually tour the building. Perhaps they will make repairs so that people can enjoy the history of this building.

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Shrewsbury,
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

Fascinating old building and informative guides. Hope that the funding for the next stage is forthcoming.

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2012

All about the history of the Flax Mill, excellent few hours spent, recommended, give it a visit, restricted visiting at the moment

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UK
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2012

A very historic building and the first ' Skyscraper ' in the world. Located in the Industrial north of Shrewsbury, It was nice to have a look inside but as yet very little to really grab the interest of a visitor. Needs great sympathetic investment and repair, do hope the local Council does not ruin this already at risk landmark.

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Hereford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 3, 2012

Could be a UNESCO world heritage site, its the first skyscaper EVER anywhere in the world!! Go there and lobby the council to help repair it, its a wreck and only accessible on special one off days but worth the trip when you can

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2012

The Flaxmill has been and has much history to it and at present even though in talks to restore the area at present you see it as its been for more than a hundred of years and as a Shrewsbury habitant born and bred has lived with it for my lifetime.

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