Draffan Brick and Tile Works, Larkhall, South Lanarkshire

(Note – SBH – The brickworks and brick manufacturing companies in the Larkhall area is very confusing to sort out. There were many company name changes, changes of ownership and several sites involved. If anyone sees an issue with the information I have detailed then please let me know).

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Below – 1858 – Draffan Brick and Tile Works. The works are disused by the 1896 map.

1858 – Mineral Statistics of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland for 1858 – Draffan, clay of coal measures. Name of freeholder – Mr Russell. Manufacturer – Mr Russell. Manufacture – Drain tiles. Estimated 326,548 annually.

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