Norton, Fish Hatchery c.1960
Photo ref: N257046
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Norton-on-Derwent lies at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds; it is famous for its pure spring waters, which were utilised by these fish hatcheries. Here the hatcheries are being dragged by nets to catch the young fry for eventual transfer to the rivers.

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