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The History and Tragic Demolition of Leek’s Big Mill

The History and Tragic Demolition of Leek’s Big Mill

The skyline of Leek, Staffordshire, has changed forever following the catastrophic fire and subsequent demolition of its most iconic industrial landmark: The Big Mill. Built in 1857 during the peak of the Victorian industrial boom, this Grade II listed structure stood for nearly 170 years as a testament to Leek’

The Chained Oak - The Facts Behind the Folklore

The Chained Oak - The Facts Behind the Folklore

The Chained Oak of Alton is a 700-year-old English oak tree which has been the subject of legend, superstition and folklore for centuries. The tree has become a popular tourist attraction, partly because Alton Towers used the story of the tree to create a ride based on its legend, Hex.

Could a Cannonball, Found in a Field in Werrington, Staffordshire, Be Proof That Oliver Cromwell Fought a Battle There in the English Civil War?

Could a Cannonball, Found in a Field in Werrington, Staffordshire, Be Proof That Oliver Cromwell Fought a Battle There in the English Civil War?

Metal detecting is a hobby of mine, and although I am yet to find gold, I have found some very interesting bits of local history. We know that Oliver Cromwell led his troops from Biddulph, through Leek, past Werrington and off to Stafford, where the infamous Battle of Hopton Heath,

An old building is hidden behind Dilhorne Hall

An old building is hidden behind Dilhorne Hall

Dilhorne Hall was a beautiful hall built in the 1830s by the Buller family. There have been halls on the site since the 13th century. Unfortunately, the hall was demolished in the 1920s and only the gatehouse still stands, as a private residence. On a recent walk through Dilhorne, we