Masson Mills was built by Sir Richard Arkwright in 1783 to utilise the water power of the River Derwent for the mass production of spun cotton. The entire site is still powered by the River Derwent today producing renewable energy via hydroelectric turbines.
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We’ll have a private tour, followed by lunch. More details in next newsletter.
I’ll be coming to Masson Mills.