South Brent, View From Lydia Bridge c.1960
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Memories of South Brent, view from Lydia Bridge c1960

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I was visiting England in October 2010 and my cousin, who I was staying with, and his wife and I rented the cottage at Lydia Mills. What was interesting to me is that my 3x great grandfather ran the mill in the 1860's. It was such a wonderful experience to know that, and to live where my family lived.
These pictures bring back delightful memories! We spent a week of our honeymoon in the 16th century mill at Lydia Bridge.  Across the lawn was a view of the brook and early spring flowers.  We stepped outside to the sound of the waterfall across the narrow, winding road.  From the bridge on closer inspection the waterfall was spectacular.  A path along the brook led to the ancient church where we wandered around ...see more