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Darshill is a historic hamlet located in the steep-sided valley of the River Sheppey, just west of Shepton Mallet, Somerset. It played a key part in the textile industry of the area, with several large mills along the river. During the 19th century, following the decline of wool, the hamlet became a centre for silk and crepe production. A notable survival of this era is the Handle House, a rare ventilated brick building used for drying teasels (or "handles") to brush the nap of the cloth. The hamlet is within the council area of Somerset.

Place Type: Hamlet
Historic County: Somerset
Lat, Long: 51.193217,-2.564113
Grid Reference: ST 6067 4392
Civil Parish: Shepton Mallet CP
Council Area: Somerset CA
Police Area: Avon and Somerset PA

GBPN ID: 12672
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Darshill,_Somerset_12672

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