Craigo Jute Mill
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Craigo Jute Mill dates back to the 1870s but this isnt 100% confirmed as information on the place is very hard to come by and even then it only gives brief references to the place.
The mill used to produce Jute. Jute is a long, soft, shiny vegetable fibre that can be spun into coarse, strong threads.
Jute is one of the cheapest natural fibres around and is second only to cotton in the amount produced.
Its also known as Hessian. Which is mainly produced in Asia and then imported all over the world.
When the mill closed is anyones guess but from what paper work we found and the condition the place is in. It would be safe to assume its been closed for a good 5 -10 years.
The mill itself is rather eluding, the outer buildings are empty and you do wonder if its worth further exploring. But once you head towards the heart of the site thats when you realise what the mill has to offer.
Inside is a treasure trove of paperwork and the warehouse sections are stacked to the ceiling with Jute of all types, sizes and shapes.
As history is hard to find or none existent on the mill. Its unclear as to why the company simply left?
The size of the mill is impressive and just when you think you have explored everywhere. You turn the corner and there is another huge section filled with all sorts of items from Hessian bags to cutting machines and even two Fork Lift Trucks.
The offices dont fail to impress either and are literally packed with orders, invoices, customer accounts and company brochures and catalogues.
A very deceiving explore this one, and a good few acres of buildings too.
Why Craigo doesnt get explored much is rather strange as the place is filled with all manner of interesting items from eras gone by.
Its a very underated site and one I think we are all glad we saw. At one point we did wonder if it was worth exploring with the condition of the out buildings along the perimeter.
it just goes to show sometimes you have to see past intial flaws and explore a site fully to see what it holds.
