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    Eskdale Mill

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    #2 of 3 things to do in Boot
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    Eskdale Mill Eskdale Mill Lake District National Park, Boot, Eskdale CA19 1TG, England
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    “Amazing historic mill - wonderful guided tour”

    We took our children who loved this hands on interactive ancient working water Mill. The volunteer... read more

    Reviewed 7 November 2017
    Tourjours
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    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    “History lesson”

    We visited on a lovely afternoon and it was well worth it. We were greeted and escorted by a very... read more

    Reviewed 18 August 2017
    Sue d
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    Coventry, United Kingdom
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    Eskdale Mill Eskdale Mill Lake District National Park, Boot, Eskdale CA19 1TG, England
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    Reviewed 7 November 2017
    Amazing historic mill - wonderful guided tour

    We took our children who loved this hands on interactive ancient working water Mill. The volunteer guides could not have been nicer or more eager to answer queries and allow them to try out genuine antique & historic equipment including, clay pipes, mill tools, stones,...More

    Thank Tourjours
    Reviewed 1 September 2017 via mobile
    Interesting visit but check opening times

    Limited opening times so check before making a trip here. Visit around was interesting and clearly people with a passion are trying to offer a great experience.

    Thank PaulBirmingham91
    Reviewed 24 August 2017
    Only saw outside but quaint

    Looks pretty from the outside and can see the wheel from the road, from reviews I've seen may be interesting to go back

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    Reviewed 18 August 2017
    History lesson

    We visited on a lovely afternoon and it was well worth it. We were greeted and escorted by a very knowledgable lady volunteer who made the whole experience very interesting. Unfortunately she was alone and was kept very busy with visitors entering the mill through...More

    Thank Sue d
    Reviewed 13 August 2017 via mobile
    Great locally run watermill!

    Really informative place to go, it goes into much detail about the history and the workings of the mill - all the way back to the 16th century ! With much on display it is definitely worth the visit. Shame this is underfunded as more...More

    Thank htaylor123
    Reviewed 10 August 2017 via mobile
    A trip back in time

    This is well worth a visit if you are not obsessed with health and safety! Yes you have to watch your step and head but this is a mill dating back hundreds of years. It is fascinating to see how the millers made all the...More

    Thank JoKDaveR
    Reviewed 15 July 2017 via mobile
    Fascinating

    Really worth visiting not just for seeing the mill and its workings but also for hearing more about the history of the area. Ran by volunteers who do a great job.

    Thank Wanderlust_Scot
    Reviewed 13 July 2017
    "Hidden gem" is right

    Been to this place twice now, not quite like any working museum i have been to. It is an , amazing insight into the past. Really feels like stepping back in time - go!

    Thank Jemfamous
    Reviewed 10 July 2017 via mobile
    Must visit

    What a hidden gem. So glad we made the effort to visit. They are keeping this little historic mill running. Had a a great guided tour. Well worth it.

    Thank ejcbjj
    Reviewed 4 July 2017
    Best of Boot!

    A short walk from the steam train station. An interesting building and mini tour by an enthusiastic guide. A lovely spot and good for photos!

    Thank JohnM57
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