Occupying often prominent positions within our towns and cities, factories were once the lifeblood of Britain's economy and are part of our industrial and architectural heritage.
Today, factory conversions make for unique and impressive homes with the hallmark features of an industrial past – open spaces, high ceilings and large windows – lending themselves perfectly to contemporary living. The best examples are those that respect, even celebrate their past use while giving them a future.
Below, we have selected six of the best industrial conversions on the market today, from a former chocolate factory in Bristol to an 18th-century leadworks in Manchester.
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.jpg "The Chocolate Factory, Co-Operation Road, Bristol, BS5 6EJ")
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.jpg "Derwent House, Mary Ann Street, Birmingham, B3 1EB")
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