Friends of Slaithwaite Millpond have gathered to restore and preserve this historical watercourse in the heart of the village. Long since obsolescent as a source of energy to power the mills, the watercourse has fallen into disrepair. The structure that birthed modern day Slaithwaite is in danger of disappearing entirely. The infrastructure is in ruins, the upper pond has turned to marsh and the lower pond barely supports the little aquatic life that remains. We seek to create a sustainable ecosystem that fits seamlessly into the wider context of the Colne Valley, whilst potentially redefining hydropower in a modern setting. Time is of the essence and there is much to do.