Arkwright Arms Hostel

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iBase ID

214255

Reference identifier

30118072443124

Title

Arkwright Arms Hostel

General notes

Built in 1728 as the residence of the headmaster of Preston Grammar School. In 1768 Richard Arkwright invented his water frame here. Bought by Mr. Margerison in 1892 and used as a Temperance "model" lodging house. At one time a public fish market was held on the open space in front. Restored 1978-80. Now the headquarters of Preston Age Concern.

Medium

Photographic print

Colour

Monochrome

Original image size

11/15 cm

Year of image

c1910

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Locator

Preston Scientific Society v4p50

Subjects

BUILDINGS > Domestic buildings

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