Interior of Cornmill Showing Grindstones, Toome, Co. Antrim
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Interior of Cornmill Showing Grindstones, Toome, Co. Antrim
Interior of Cornmill Showing Grindstones, Toome, Co. Antrim - an interior view of a cornmill. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Toomebridge). Date: circa early 1900s
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Antrim Londonderry Toome Toomebridge Grindstones
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Step back in time with this interior view of a cornmill in Toome, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, circa early 1900s. The photograph, titled "Interior of Cornmill Showing Grindstones, Toome, Co. Antrim," offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing an intriguing look at the inner workings of a traditional cornmill. Located in the picturesque village of Toomebridge, this cornmill was once a vital part of the local community, contributing to the agricultural economy and providing essential services to the surrounding area. The image showcases the mill's interior, with large grindstones prominently displayed at the center. These stones, which have been worn down over years of use, were responsible for grinding the corn into flour, an essential ingredient for baking bread and other staple foods. The mill's interior is characterized by its rough-hewn stone walls, wooden beams, and large wooden wheels. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of sacks of corn piled high against the walls and the wooden troughs used to collect the freshly ground flour. The large windows, which allow natural light to filter in, add to the overall ambiance of the space, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. This photograph is an invaluable record of the past, offering a unique insight into the daily life and workings of a traditional cornmill in rural Northern Ireland. It serves as a reminder of the importance of these structures in the history of agriculture and food production and the role they played in shaping the communities that surrounded them.
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