2026 marks 50 years since Eskdale Mill was formally opened to the public!

In July 1976, following their 5-year restoration of the historic watermill, Cumbria County Council opened the doors for all to appreciate and enjoy.

We want to celebrate this and help to ensure another 50 years for our unique mill.

We are celebrating this anniversary with a series of events for all to attend.

There will be music, merriment, crafts, fun activities and more ……

Our events listing so far include:

• Willow Weaving with Helen from Elvin Crafts, Thurs 23rd April – make yourself a rustic plant stand (£50)
• Identify meadow grasses and flowers with Rob from Wild Lakeland, Mon 25th May (£26 +booking fee)
• Greenwood Crafts – Spoonmaking with Steve from Steve Tomlin Crafts, Sunday 31st May (£110 +booking fee)
• Landscape watercolour painting with Steph Sykes from Check out my Plumage, Sunday 28th June (£50 +booking fee)
• Scything training with Steve from Steve Tomlin Crafts, Thursday 17th September (£110 +booking fee)

All prices include materials, refreshments and admission into the mill.

Tools and equipment are provided, when needed.

Beginners are welcome.

Due to the type of activities, spaces are limited.

Booking is essential to secure your place.

For bookings, you can email Kate for card payments over the phone, pay directly at reception or make your online payment here 

We’re hoping to receive funding soon to support free family events in the summer, so watch this space ……..

You can also keep updated on our social media pages – Facebook, BlueSky, Instagram and X-Twitter.

We look forward to celebrating our unique watermill with you.

Get in touch if you’d like to get involved and support our events programme.

Toilet facilities are available at the mill.

Parking for the village is available at Dalegarth Station, 10 minutes scenic walk away.