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Island House

Also known as "The Moat", "Moat House" and "Anchor House"

 "Mr. J. Carey’s house is rather elegant, and has its appearance improved by being placed on an island in a large reservoir, that supplies condensing water for the Steam Engine at the Mill, where are ground flour, and the various materials arid colours for the manufactories; and when the engine is working, a single jet fountain throws up warm water several feet high. There are a beautiful small bridge, gates, large canons, &c. but the whole is exposed to the smoke of the manufactories. The proprietor is highly esteemed for many excellencies of character as a master and friend." .... History of the Staffordshire Potteries - Simeon Shaw, 1829.

The Island House, Longton around 1900. The moat was about four
feet deep and must have been unique in the Potteries.

(Photo: Warrillow "Sociological History of Stoke on Trent)

MAPS OF THE HOUSE LOCATION
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Anchor House and works  - 1832 map

Island House and Anchor works - 1900 map

Click for more details on  Thomas & John Carey potworks.

 

23 July 2003