Exhibition 'Powering Through: The Conservation of the Waterwheel' in Whitchurch Silk Mill
This exhibition celebrates the craftsmanship and dedication that have sustained the Waterwheel at Whitchurch Silk Mill for over two centuries. It honours the past generations who kept the wheel turning, the current generation who conserve, maintain, and operate it, and highlights the importance of future generations in continuing this legacy.
This is a rare glimpse behind the scenes into the meticulous conservation of the waterwheel and the process that brought this historic powerhouse of the Mill back into working order.
This exhibition will showcase the detailed work involved in restoring the wheel, from replacing the axle to crafting new gears. Learn about the challenges faced by our dedicated engineers, G&H Spender Engineering and the innovative solutions they employed to preserve this vital part of our industrial heritage.
