The age of steam, canals, factories, and mass-manual labour saw England emerge as an industrial giant from the 18th Century. Industry in England has since seen both decline and revival, right up to present times. Explore England’s industrial highs and lows through our articles.
YORKSHIRE - A COUNTY BUILT ON WOOL
BY
SARAH COWLING
01/03/2021
Sheep are not a rare sight in the uplands of Yorkshire. The county has the highest population of sheep in England. But spare a thought next time you see one, for these are the animals that sculpted the character and shape of the landscape, created the historic wealth, bequeathed us beautiful ruins, ... see more
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