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Tuscan Works, Forrister Street, Longton
 


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Tuscan Works, Forrister Street, Longton
Tuscan Works, Forrister Street, Longton

These works were built by R. H. and S. L. Plant Ltd. (makers of Tuscan China) around 1900. Taken over by Wedgwood in the 1960's for the manufacture of hotelware.
The works completely closed in 2006.

on the Tuscan Works

Demolition of part of the frontage of the Tuscan Works in 2002
Demolition of part of the frontage of the Tuscan Works in 2002

The frontage in Forrister Street, Longton was partly demolished to reduce the size of the factory and to create a car park and new access.
 

Demolition of part of the frontage of the Tuscan Works in 2002
Demolition of part of the frontage of the Tuscan Works in 2002

 

Moulds and ware
Moulds and ware

photos: Eileen Hallam


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