Withy Grove, Manchester

More pictures from this giant plant which produced the Northern editions of UK national newspapers.

A stereo plate is taken from the casting box.

Two of the many stones at Withey Grove — Two of the many stones at Withy Grove

Enjoyed the photos? There’s more from Withy Grove on Metal Type. More photos here: Men and Machines – and this page has a lot more photos plus loads of comments and feedback from workers: Withy Grove 2.

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