The ‘Top Mill’ that we explored is in the background. Here, Azubi is enquiring if it would be at all possible to come in and have a look round.

The light was fading fast now, and we made our way down the footpath down the side of the site, to the driveway back to the cars. Deciding that a few externals were needed, we made a 180 and walked up to the main gate and took a few snaps. Someone decided for a giggle to go and ask security if we could go in for a look round.

Posing as a group of ramblers, we said that we’d noticed this mill on or walk, and wondered if he would let us in. This being Oldham, the security guard was not a native english speaker, so I don’t know whether he even understood us, but the answer was no.

OK, never mind, but thanks anyway.

😉