From the archive: The bells v the boutique hotel: the battle to save Britain’s oldest factory
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The Battle for the Foundry
This chapter explores the efforts of Nigel Taylor, Julia, and Project Phoenix to keep the foundry open as a working factory. It delves into the sale of the foundry building, the profit made by the buyer, and the reasons behind the Hughes family's decision to sell. The chapter also highlights the ongoing debate between job opportunities and preserving the historic foundry.
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