Cornish Place, Sheffield
Cornish Place is the location of what was once the factory of James Dixon & Sons. The factory manufactured metal, plates, and cutlery. The east and west ranges of the building hold Grade II star listed status, while the rest of the works are designated as slightly lower Grade II listed buildings.
James Dixon began his business in 1805, operating on the site of what would become Cornish Place in 1819. Manufacturing facilities were erected during the 1830s. Further construction took place in the 1850s to add steam power to the manufacturing process.
The main building was constructed from bricks with decorative elements from ashlar. The roof was made from cement and slate. The first floor, with arched windows, was made with fireproof cast iron. There are four floors in total.
Production continued at the facilities until 1992. After years of gradual decline, James Dixon & Sons was bought out by a British Silverware company. In 1998, the factory was converted into apartments by Axis Architecture firm.
James Dixon began his business in 1805, operating on the site of what would become Cornish Place in 1819. Manufacturing facilities were erected during the 1830s. Further construction took place in the 1850s to add steam power to the manufacturing process.
The main building was constructed from bricks with decorative elements from ashlar. The roof was made from cement and slate. The first floor, with arched windows, was made with fireproof cast iron. There are four floors in total.
Production continued at the facilities until 1992. After years of gradual decline, James Dixon & Sons was bought out by a British Silverware company. In 1998, the factory was converted into apartments by Axis Architecture firm.
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Sight Name: Cornish Place
Sight Location: Sheffield, England (See walking tours in Sheffield)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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