Photograph © Jim Woodward-Nutt

Eskdale Watermill, Boot

Location

Grid reference: NY 176 012
OS sheet: 89
Postcode: CA19 1TG
About 8 miles E of Gosforth. Quarter mile from Dalgarth Station, terminus of the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway.

Built on an early site, the mill has two external overshot wheels, one in stone bearings, with original wooden machinery, and an oatmeal kiln. It can be seen working daily, and mills animal feed for demonstration.

Opening times

April to September, 11.30-17.30 daily except Saturdays or Mondays.

National Mills Weekend opening times

Sunday only, 11.30-17.30.

Contact

Manager, Dave King, tel. 01946 723335.

Web site

www.eskdalemill.co.uk/