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Sir Roger Bradshaigh

Of Haigh Hall, first baronet, who drove the Great Haigh Sough under his estate between 1653 and 1670 to drain his coal and cannel pits, and left a detailed survey of its construction with instructions for its maintenance.

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MineRegionYears
Great Haigh Sough Greater Manchester 1653–?

Record created: 22 September 2026 · Last researched: 22 September 2026

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