| Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Location Grid reference - ST 835 829. OS Sheet 109. 2 miles N of Wilmslow, signposted off B5166. 2 miles from J5 of the M56. A 5-storey Georgian cotton mill, built in 1784. Now a working museum of the cotton textile industry, with working looms and other machinery, powered by a 50-ton Fairbairn waterwheel and a working 1840s steam engine. Owned by the National Trust. Opening Times Mid-March to September, daily, 11.00 - 17.00. October to February, 11.00 - 16.00. Closed Monday & Tuesday. Groups during opening hours by prior arrangement. Contact Reception Office, 01625 527468. E-mail quarrybankmill@nationaltrust.org.uk Web site www.nationaltrust.org.uk |