| Merton Abbey Mills Waterwheel Location Grid reference - TQ 264 699 OS Sheet - 176 Close to the roundabout at the entrance to the Superstore, off A24. The waterwheel was used for washing fabric in the river as part of the textile manufacturing process at the Liberty Silk Works. Now restored and again turning to drive a potter’s wheel, a lathe, a heat pump and to generate some electricity. Books and postcards on sale. Market at weekends. Opening Times All year, Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays, 10.00 - 17.00. Other times by appointment. National Mills Weekend opening times Saturday & Sunday, 10.00 - 17.00. Contact Market office, 020 8543 9608. E-mail info@mertonabbeymills.com Web site www.mertonabbeymills.com |