Main Terrace, Smedley's Hydro, Smedley Street, Matlock, c 1900

Image Reference: DCHQ006919

Artist/Photographer: Seaman, Alfred

Collection: Derbyshire

ImageDate: c 1900

LibraryRef: Local Studies HQ Matlock

Image Date: c 1900

Measurements: 6.7 x 12.7 cm

Location: Derbyshire

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Library Reference: Local Studies HQ Matlock

Library: Local Studies HQ Matlock

Description: A stereoscopic view.
The hydro was built in the mid 19th century by John Smedley, the heir to a hosiery business at Lea Mills. He founded the hydro after he was cured from Typhus Fever with a series of 'water treatments'. The hydro was extremely successful and was expanded in 1863 due to increasing demand.
The building now houses Derbyshire County Council Offices.

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