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Particulars of valuable and important investment, comprising freehold scythe forge on the River Sheaf and workshops and upwards of 32 acres of rich arable and pasture land at Totley, 1855
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Particulars of valuable and important investment, comprising freehold scythe forge on the River Sheaf and workshops and upwards of 32 acres of rich arable and pasture land at Totley, 1855
Local Studies Library: Sale Plans 18 Sep 1855.Lot 1 includes Buttermans School (Dronfield); Lot 4 (Totley) comprises scythe forge, with dam, banks, goights, weirs, stable, workshops, etc. and the following land: Paper Mill Field, Bread Doles Allotment; Holme Field, Clover Field, Wood Head Field, Old Hay Wood Field, Upper Old Hay Croft; Long Field; Nether Old Hay Croft; and Upper Bottoms
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Catalogue Dronfield Forges Industry River Rivers Sale Sheaf Steel Totley
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This print from 1855 showcases the particulars of a valuable and important investment in Sheffield's industrial history. The image captures the freehold scythe forge located on the picturesque River Sheaf, surrounded by workshops and over 32 acres of lush arable and pasture land in Totley. The photo provides a glimpse into the thriving steel industry that once dominated this region. Lot 1 includes Buttermans School in Dronfield, while Lot 4 encompasses the impressive scythe forge with its dam, banks, goights, weirs, stable, workshops, and more. Additionally, it highlights various plots of land such as Paper Mill Field, Bread Doles Allotment; Holme Field; Clover Field; Wood Head Field; Old Hay Wood Field; Upper Old Hay Croft; Long Field; Nether Old Hay Croft; and Upper Bottoms. As you explore this remarkable piece of history preserved at Sheffield City Archives' Local Studies Library Sale Plans collection, you can almost feel the energy that once permeated these grounds. The photo invites us to imagine the bustling activity that took place within these walls—the clanging of metal against metal as skilled workers crafted scythes renowned for their quality. While we cannot overlook its commercial significance during its time—contributing greatly to Sheffield's economic growth—it is equally important to appreciate this photograph for its historical value alone. It serves as a testament to an era when rivers like Sheaf were not only vital sources of power but
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