Manor Mill, Chadderton

Manor Mill is a five-story red brick building with stone details, framed by corner towers and topped with a copper dome, featuring 36 evenly spaced windows across its facade. The interior retains original cast iron elements, power transmission systems, and ornamental railings that reflect its purpose as a working machinery hall.

The mill was built in 1906 by architect George Stott for Manor Mill Ltd and became an important cotton production site in the region. It changed hands several times before closing in 1990, passing through owners including Lancashire Cotton Corporation and Courtaulds.

The building represents the industrial textile manufacturing heritage of Greater Manchester, where millions of cotton spindles operated during the early 20th century.

The building stands prominently in an industrial area that is easily accessible by public transport from central Oldham. The best time to view it is during daylight hours when you can see the brickwork and stonework details clearly against the sky.

The site preserves an original 1500 horsepower cross compound engine built by George Saxon in 1907, equipped with an 8 meter diameter flywheel and advanced Corliss valves. This engine powered the entire factory and gives a direct sense of the scale and force needed to run textile production.