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Finch Foundry

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Finch Foundry

Finch Foundry

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    Location: Sticklepath, West Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    November 16, 2020

    Now under the care of the National Trust, Finch Foundry is hidden away in the pretty village of Sticklepath. This incredible water-powered forge is still operable and it’s now used to provide demonstrations for visitors. It was in active use until 1960.



    The foundry was created at the beginning of the 19th century and was a family business for its entire lifespan. A fascinating business history makes visiting the foundry museum well worth the stop, not to mention there’s cake and tea on offer in the cafe. It also has a pretty garden which the National Trust has worked hard to restore.

      April 23, 2023

      Fascinating old water powered heavy tools for making spades and various farm equipment more of a forge than a foundry 🔥 National trust

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