Visit

Eskdale Mill, Boot village, Eskdale valley CA19 1TG

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Come for a visit.

Discover a unique experience at our special visitor attraction.

Explore our delightful water cornmill.

Learn about our double overshot waterwheels, hydro-electric generation and original milling machinery.

Have fun and play with our interactive activities, for all the family.

Follow our nature trail.

Immerse yourself in our natural surroundings and take in the views.

Picnic in our wooded grounds or newly restored meadow.

Relax in our beckside lawned garden.

Find peace alongside the sound of flowing water.

Our attraction has something for everyone!

Opening Times

April-Oct:

Open Sundays – Thursdays, 10.30am-4.30pm. (last admission is at 4pm)

Closed on Fridays and Saturdays for admin and maintenance.

We suggest you spend at least half an hour for your visit or as long as you want!

Admissions

As a small, independent charity, your visit helps to generate a sustainable income to keep the mill in good working condition and open to the public.

Ticket prices:

Children (aged 16 and under) go free with a paying adult

All adults £7

Your ticket includes free admission into the mill and grounds for one year. (Original ticket holders only and proof of purchase is required, so keep your ticket!)

We are supported by the government’s HMRC Gift Aid scheme.

All UK tax payers can participate at no extra cost. All we require is that you let us know your name and address at reception so we can make a subsequent claim to HMRC.

To plan your visit, how to find us and to make an online booking, follow the link

Some feedback from our visitors:

Review us on Google Maps

“If you’re in the Lake District, don’t just ‘mill’ about – make sure Eskdale Mill is on your itinerary. You’ll leave “wheely impressed!” (S Jesson 2024)

“It’s a wonderful experience with loads of history which the kids liked very much” (A & Mark 2024)

“We’ve been coming to the valley for years and didn’t realise this was here, loved it” (D Savage 2024)

“Very well maintained grounds to relax and listen to the flowing water” (S. Tucker 2024)

“A very interesting mill with great interpretation and friendly staff” (L. Bailey 2024)

“Exceeded my expectations, small but beautiful place with an outstanding amount of history behind it and all wonderfully displayed.” (H. Sole 2024)

7/08/23 – “Hidden gem and well worth the 5 minutes walk from the laal ratty railway station. Working mill in spectacular scenery well worth the small entrance fee” (5* review from TripAdvisor, Mrs P from Scotland)

18/07/23 – “Very knowledgeable staff, beautiful grounds and good activities for children aged 3-13 years. Thank-you!” (family with young children from Preston, Lancs)

31/05/23- “Educational, peaceful garden with interactive play facilities” (couple with young children from Manchester)

7/07/22 – “Staff super friendly, great visuals, relaxed visit, gorgeous setting. Outdoor bit was fab, had lunch by the river.” (small group of twentysomethings from Ulverston & Kendal)

24/05/22 – “Loved that this is a working mill plus all the history behind it. Thoroughly enjoyed the visit and would pay more.” (middle aged couple from West Sussex)