The derelict Compstall Mills building erupted into flames. Manchester Evening News. Fire crews to 'work tirelessly' overnight tackling huge derelict mill blaze in Stockport. Story by James Holt ...

It started out as part of the estate of George Andrew, who built Compstall Mill in the 1820s, along with the nearby houses to support the mill’s workforce, creating the village of Compstall. The ...

Entrepreneur George Andrew built the cotton mill and the lake, as well as the nearby houses and facilities to support the mill’s workforce, creating the village of Compstall. The lake served as ...