Explore Archive

Explore the archive of all things Oldknow. The place to find out more from our local experts and read articles about our recent findings.

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Cog from spinning machine (top down view)

Cog from spinning machine - top down view

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Sketch of limekilns and associated works

Black and white sketch of Oldknow'slimekilns, associated works and build...

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Unwin obituary

Appreciation of George Unwin, his life, work and connection to Edinburg...

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A group of local volunteers have been working hard for over a year to shape and create our online archive. They have started scanning photographs, maps, postcards and finds from the archaeology digs, so that you can search for them and find out more about Samuel Oldknow and the legacy he has left.

This is just the start of our archive, with over 300 exciting items for you to search, so if you have any items related to Oldknow that you’d like us to consider for inclusion, please get in touch. Search through the latest items we have uploaded, and please share your thoughts and memories.

You can see the full Archive here. We have big plans for this online resource; this is just the beginning!

Latest Posts

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25 Sep 2017

Oldknow and All Saints Old Church

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14 May 2017

Finding the workforce for Mellor Mill

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3 Apr 2017

Why Burn Limestone?

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30 Mar 2017

Map of Marple Locks

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20 Jan 2017

Workers Lives

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Plug in your earphones, put your phone away and listen as Samuel Oldknow takes you on a tour of his finest work. All triggered via the magic of bluetooth and beacons.

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