The Woollen Mills became the engine of the town and in its early years the mills’ clock tower
served to punctuate all the town’s activities with its distinctive ring. The same sister founded
the Foxford Brass and Reed Band, which also thrives today. A tour of the mill reveals the
mysterious behind-the-scenes processes of skilled craftspeople, which when compared with
finished products in the craft shop, are even more interesting. Unique pieces from the
Woollen Mills are sold around the world.