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Mill Meece Pumping Station added to Historic Buildings in West Midlands by D0c.Col on 18/06/2024

Nestled amidst the tranquil landscape of Staffordshire, the Mill Meece Pumping Station serves as a poignant testament to the area's industrial legacy. Erected during the renowned Victorian era between 1883 and 1884, this grand edifice was dedicated to supplying clean water to Stoke-on-Trent's bustling pottery industry. Its monumental presence not only facilitated manufacturing processes but also catered to the emergent population's water needs.
It commenced operations in November, 1914, with the Ashton Frost engine, the pumping station boasted two boreholes and boilers. The Hathorn Davey engine, introduced in 1928, further enhanced its efficiency by tapping into new boreholes.
Both engines dutifully served until December 22, 1979, when modern electric pumps superseded them. Presently, the station continues to deliver an average of 2.2 million gallons daily to Severn Trent Water consumers, employing potent electric pumps within its original boreholes from 1914.
The Pumping Station is an architectural marvel, featuring a resplendent red brick façade adorned with intricate gothic-style windows and elaborate ironwork. Its towering 38.4-meter (126-foot) chimney once facilitated natural draft for the boilers, harnessing the upward flow of hot flue gases.
Within the Engine House, colossal steam engines, initially coal-powered, drove formidable pumps, drawing water from underground wells to supply the region, with a stable water source for industrial and domestic purposes.
Evolution and adaptation marked the journey of the Station, transitioning from steam to electric power while retaining its iconic Victorian structure. Today, under the stewardship of the Mill Meece Preservation Trust, extensive restoration endeavours ensure the continuation of it’s rich heritage.
The successful renovation of the middle boiler in 2021, and the revival of the Ashton Frost and Hathorn Davey engines rekindled the station's historic significance.
Beyond its mechanical marvels, the station has transformed into a mesmerizing museum, offering visitors a captivating journey through time. Exhibiting a curated collection of vintage pumping machinery, it chronicles the technological evolution from steam-driven engines to contemporary electric pumps.
Beyond its engineering marvels, the Mill Meece Pumping Station holds great cultural significance and it continues to serve as a reminder of the region’s industrial heritage and it’s pivotal role in shaping the social and economic landscape of Staffordshire.

Parking is at the road side along the lane and adjacent to the train track.

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Co-ordinates: 52.90202, -2.254236 • what3words: ///protester.clots.animal

The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 09/05/2024. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.

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All Saints Church, Wealden (By grandad1950)

All saints in Danehill with a fine avenue of pollarded trees.

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Co-ordinates: 51.02968, -0.00166 • what3words: ///trader.flagpole.giants

Nairn beach (By Steviecam)

Stunning beach and harbour area in Nairn just off the Lochloy holiday park which doesn't allow drone flying in its holiday park however the beach and surrounding areas are public. There are occasional notams due to military air traffic in the area at times.

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Co-ordinates: 57.59331, -3.859023 • what3words: ///enter.butchers.uncouth

Porthgain Harbour (By stubbyd)

Porthgain Harbour and hamlet.

aka - the last flight of my much shortened trip before Storm Amy dug her claws in ...

Porthgain means ‘Chisel Port’ in English with the chisel representing the quarrying that once took place here.

From around 1850 slate, then brick, and then granite were shipped from the harbour. The crushed granite road stone was dispensed from the massive brick built hoppers, built at the beginning of the twentieth century, directly into small ships alongside Porthgain harbour. There was also a tramway built between the Blue Lagoon and here so that it was easier to ship out their slate.

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Co-ordinates: 51.9486, -5.182237 • what3words: ///trams.purifier.buzzards

Belleisle Hotel, Alloway and Doonfoot (By Zipco)

Belleisle Hotel is a former mansion house that was damaged by fire in 2019. The hotel lies within the Belleisle Estate which includes a Golf Course and recently renovated Conservatory surrounded by imacculate gardens.
There is ample parking in the area.

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Co-ordinates: 55.43869, -4.641754 • what3words: ///soaks.aspect.richer

Abereiddy and Blue Lagoon, Pembrokeshire (By stubbyd)

I flew here just before Storm Amy hit, and other than a couple of cold water swimmers and a dog walker the place was deserted.

In the first image you can see the Welsh Blue Lagoon which was closed due to breading seals and their pups in the area, and also the reason I stayed out at sea for my panorama.

In the second shot, you can see the tiny hamlet of Abereiddy on the right, with the remains of the old slate workers cottages mid-picture (just in front of the standalone white building [public toilets, and very clean ones too]) and the Blue Lagoon off to the left with 'Abereiddi Tower' in the distance.

I believe it is a popular surfing and coasteering location and the white hut on the beach is for the parking attendant - so there is a cost during high season.

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Co-ordinates: 51.93573, -5.205996 • what3words: ///date.alert.bloomers

Horsted Keynes sports ground, Mid Sussex (By grandad1950)

Lots of room to fly at the sports field in Horsted Keynes, or even at the cricket club. The historic grade 1 listed St Giles church is also worth a visit just a few minutes away

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Co-ordinates: 51.03564, -0.027399 • what3words: ///selling.nicely.hillsides

Harveys Brewery, Lewes (By grandad1950)

Famous throughout Sussex, Harveys produce a fine pint of bitter . Located on the river ouse in Lewes and dates from 1880.

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Co-ordinates: 50.87468, 0.016504 • what3words: ///typified.eyelashes.trails

The Grand Pier Weston Super Mare, North Somerset (By Rustyo200le)

The Grand Pier at Weston Super Mare is a fantastic subject to film. Be warned the council do not permit drone flying but they really can't enforce it if you fly within the crown estate border. I generally go when it's quiet and avoid the busier areas.

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Co-ordinates: 51.34758, -2.986329 • what3words: ///sofa.firms.social

Woolacombe beach, North Devon (By Rustyo200le)

Woolacombe in North Devon is one of our favourite beaches in the Uk. A fantastic place to capture the sunset with the drone. A huge beach where you can easily find space to take off and land from away from the crowds.

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Co-ordinates: 51.1706, -4.210832 • what3words: ///smudges.producers.sourced

Verity, Ilfracombe, North Devon (By Rustyo200le)

Ilfracombe is a lovely harbour village with lots to capture with the drone. But be warned, keep an eye out for the seagulls. They seem to take great interest in drones.

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Co-ordinates: 51.21086, -4.11151 • what3words: ///processor.projects.battling


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