Dawe’s Twineworks in West Coker, a restored Victorian gem, stands as the UK’s sole working example of its kind, showcasing the region’s rich flax and hemp heritage. Once vital for the age of sail, the site, rebuilt by the Dawe family in 1898, produced twine using a 1927 Shanks oil engine to power its machinery. After falling into disrepair, local volunteers revived the twineworks, demonstrating traditional twine-making processes and allowing visitors, especially children, to engage with the craft. A modern visitor center complements the historic machinery, offering insights, displays, and refreshments, highlighting the industrial legacy of South Somerset and West Dorset.
