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John Smeaton and Chimney Mill, Newcastle black plaque

Commemorative plaque
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This black commemorative plaque records: Chimney Mill 1782. Designed by John Smeaton, Engineer as a five sail windmill, in use until 1892, Subsequently a golf club-house until 1975. Windshaft and cap removed 1951. Restoration begun 1976. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear County Council.

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