RichardB Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 At Wilsons, Sharrow. Wonder if its still there ? Can't say I ever saw the building close up, meant to be quite a beautiful place .... apparently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tsavo Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 A fabulous place. Had the grand tour in the 70s and stood in the grinding chamber while it was running. Came out covered in tobacco and the suit needed a clean. Not too clear from the picture is the carousel this had wood mortars & pestles on it all powered by water. They were filled with tobacco and it was ground it down to snuff. They produced a variety of 'flavours' including raspberry and lemon, (I think, it was a while back) Originally owned by two brothers, they parted after an argument and another mill was opened off Sharrow Lane. This was called The Top Mill. Dont know if either have survived. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardB Posted April 26, 2007 Author Share Posted April 26, 2007 <Thinks> "Water-powered snuff", a sure fire business opportunity, surely :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tsavo Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 <Thinks> "Water-powered snuff", a sure fire business opportunity, surely Strange but true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunsbyowl1867 Posted April 24, 2009 Share Posted April 24, 2009 At Wilsons, Sharrow. Wonder if its still there ? Can't say I ever saw the building close up, meant to be quite a beautiful place .... apparently. Came across this Richard - do you take snuff? http://www.sharrowmills.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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