It was later turned into a maltings for the brewery industry, before being abandoned in 1987.

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It was converted into a maltings for the brewery industry in 1886, before finally closing in 1987.

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Jared Brown, of Gloucester Brewery, said the industry was being badly squeezed following a poor harvest.

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Less well known is its thriving brewing industry, which showcased products from the award-winning Saltaire Brewery on February 26 to 28 at the Bradford Beer Festival.

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