Finch Foundry, Okehampton

Name: Finch Foundry
Address: Okehampton, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1837 840046

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Finch Foundry is a 19th-century water-powered forge situated in the village of Sticklepath near Okehampton, Devon, England. It was originally used to produce agricultural and mining hand tools and at its peak produced around 400 edge-tools a day. It remained an active foundry until 1960 when the roof collapsed and has been a National Trust property since 1994. It contains examples of a tilt hammer, drop hammer, and shear hammer all powered by water wheels. The Trust maintains the forge in working order and demonstrations of the tools are given. ()

Coordinates: 50°43'50"N, 3°55'33"W

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Okehampton United Kingdom

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+44 1837 840046

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Finch Foundry – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Okehampton Castle, Castle Drogo, Museum of Dartmoor Life, Meldon Viaduct.

3.6 miW
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History museum, Museum
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Bridge
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Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Amicombe Hill, Dartmoor National Park
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Medieval ruins with scenic picnic spots
Okehampton Castle
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