Historic Yorkshire Mill, Featured in Peaky Blinders and Downton Abbey, Destroyed in Major Fire

A Grade II-listed mill from Keighley, used in Peaky Blinders and Downton Abbey, is now in ruins after a massive fire. Emergency crews battle the blaze.

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September 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Keighley, United Kingdom — A 150-year-old textile mill in Yorkshire, once a key filming location for popular TV series such as Peaky Blinders and Downton Abbey, was severely damaged by a large fire overnight.

The Grade II-listed Dalton Mills in Keighley became the center of attention as flames consumed its roof, creating a striking orange glow visible across the night sky. The building has long been recognized for its role in both dramas, drawing attention from fans and locals alike.

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West Yorkshire Police and multiple fire crews from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue are working to contain the blaze. Authorities have imposed road closures on Dalton Lane, with all traffic temporarily halted. The structure, which previously served as a backdrop for major scenes in the two British television hits, now faces an uncertain future following the incident.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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