Ditherington is a suburb of Shrewsbury that boasts a notable heritage site, the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, which is the world’s first iron‑framed building and now a Grade I listed mixed‑use workspace.
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Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, located in Ditherington, a suburb of Shrewsbury, England, is the world’s first iron‑framed building, described as the "grandfather of skyscrapers". The five‑storey structure was built in the early 19th century and was officially recognised in the 1950s, becoming a Grade I listed building. It was later known as the "Maltings" after its use as a flax mill. The mill is owned by Historic England and has been converted into a mixed‑use workspace, officially opening in 2022. The complex also houses an exhibition managed by English Heritage, providing a cultural attraction within the locality.