Lancashire is renowned for its pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution, giving rise to world-changing inventions.
The Spinning Jenny, invented by James Hargreaves in 1764 in Blackburn, revolutionised textile production. Richard Arkwright of Preston pioneered the water frame leading to mass factory manufacturing. And the power loom, developed in the region, further boosted cotton output.
On top of that it’s behind famous brands such as Reebok, Vimto and Holland’s Pies. For a working class county, we have done alreet!
These pictures are just some of the products which started life in Lancashire
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Preston born Sir Richard Arkwright who invented the water powered spinning frame | Getty Images
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Detailed drawing of the parts of a water powered spinning frame used in the manufacture of cotton goods, 1831 | Getty Images
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James Hargreaves from Oswaldtwistle invented the 'Spinning Jenny', built in 1764 enabling one person to spin several threads at once. | Getty Images
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The interior of a loom shed making blankets. After the 1860s, the railway brought coal to the town in large enough quantities for the mills to become steam-powered | Heritage Images/Getty Images