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Set amid beautiful Dartmoor countryside in the village of Sticklepath, this last remaining water-powered forge in England gives a unique insight into village life in the 19th century. In its heyday the foundry made 400 tools a day, including sickles, scythes and shovels for West Country farmers and miners
- Demonstrations and tours of the machinery every hour.
- Watch the large waterwheels driving the tilt hammer and grindstone.
- Learn about the lives of the foundry owners and workers.
Family activities, vintage vehicle rallies. Dogs welcome in all areas except tea-room, shop and foundry during demonstrations
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| Foundry and shop open for St Clement's Day (patron saint of blacksmiths) on 20 November. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. |
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Places nearby |
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- Castle Drogo
- Lydford Gorge
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 | Guidebook |  | - To find out more about Finch Foundry buy the guide before you visit
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