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Finch Foundry, Devon

Finch Foundry is a rare survival of a water-powered edge tool works, located in Sticklepath, Devon. The water power is provided by a leat from the River Taw. Where the foundary now stands is the site of the former Manor Mills, William Finch having set up his business here in 1814. It is in the care of the National Trust. It is within the council area of West Devon (Devon).
Historic England Grade II* Listed 1105302.

Place Type: Industrial Heritage
Historic County: Devon
Lat, Long: 50.730345,-3.9257013
Grid Reference: SX 6419 9407
Civil Parish: Sticklepath CP
Council Area: West Devon CA (Devon CA)
Strategic Authority Area: Devon and Torbay SA
Police Area: Devon & Cornwall PA

GBPN ID: 301837
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Finch_Foundry,_Devon_301837

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