National Mills Weekend

Did you know that Essex is unique in that it has water, wind, steam, post and tower mills that date back centuries and that they are open to visitors? Celebrate National Mills Weekend by visiting our mills and heritage places.

Alderford Water Mill, Beeleigh Steam Mill, Finchingfield Post Mill, Mountnessing Post Mill and Stock Tower Mill are open from 2.00pm to 5.00pm on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 May 2022 as part of the National Mills Weekend.

Find out more about the mills here.

Event details

Date

May 7 - 8, 2022

Times

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Prices

Free

Who for?

For the whole family

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