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This historic part of Preston’s skyline is up for sale

Posted on - 13th February, 2017 - 7:00pm | Author - | Posted in - Business, History, Housing, Preston News, University campus
The windmill in Craggs Row, Preston Pic: Tony Worrall
The windmill in Craggs Row, Preston Pic: Tony Worrall

An iconic building on Preston’s skyline is on the market once again.

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The grade-II listed former windmill in Craggs Row, off Moor Lane, was due to be turned into two flats.

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Listed as for sale by Reeds Rains the building is in major need of renovation.

The windmill was built as part of a corn mill and dates to the late 18th century.

It is the last remaining structure of its type in the city.

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The windmill now and as seen in 1965 alongside the former Moor Lane flats Pic: Tony Worrall/ Preston Digital Archive
The windmill now and as seen in 1965 alongside the former Moor Lane flats Pic: Tony Worrall/ Preston Digital Archive

The windmill was listed as grade-II in 1968 giving it protection from demolition.

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A new owner bought the windmill a decade ago and had tabled plans to create two dwellings, including adding an extension.

A view of the windmill and surrounding site Pic: Tony Worrall
A view of the windmill and surrounding site Pic: Tony Worrall

However, no work was ever done and the planning permission lapsed – they have now chosen to put it on the market.

What would you do with the building? Let us know in the comments below

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