Coldharbour Mill
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Coldharbour Mill is one of the oldest woollen mills in the UK having been in continuous production since 1797. Originally owned by world-renowned textile producers Fox Brothers, the Mill took fleece from all over the world and transformed it into yarn, cloth and textiles. Today the rich heritage lives on as one of the finest working wool museums where visitors are not just able to relive the sights and sounds of the industrial revolution
"probably one of the best-preserved textile mill complexes in the country."
- Historic England
Explore 12 acres of Victorian Woollen Mill, Boilers, Steam engines and Mill grounds. Discover our working and static exhibits, steam boilers and engines and discover more about how this ignited the industrial revolution in the southwest from the early 19th century. Explore nationally important exhibits and history of the Fox Family and their businesses alongside our Quaker history and their impact on the early adoption of social reforms.
You can adventure in our 12-acre estate which includes 10 acres of wetland, wildlife and Mill pond which is under restoration and see our 18th century water wheel in action - the biggest breast-shot waterwheel still in action in the UK.
Adult - £14, Child (16 & under) - £7.50, Under 5’s – FREE, Family (2 adults and 2 children) - £36, Family (1 adult and 2 children) - £25, Carer - FREE. These prices do not include Event days. See website for full admission information.
Open all year round, Tuesday - Saturday.
Café: 10:30am-2:30pm.
Museum: 11am - 4pm (last entry-3pm).
Plus pre-booked groups and school visits.
Discover Mid Devon’s vibrant calendar of events happening across the region. From festivals and markets to workshops and seasonal celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
This is low level walking with few or no gradients. This may be along a road or tarmacked path. Suitable for all levels of walkers, pushchairs and wheelchair users. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn.
For reasonably fit walkers with no mobility or specific health problems. Some gradients or uneven terrain. May include unsurfaced rural paths through woodlands or fields and may have a style. The route maybe less obviously marked in some sections. Walking boots and warm waterproof clothing are recommended.
Good level of fitness and walking experience, some steep climbs and open country with less well marked sections of the route. Unsurfaced rural paths with rough and uneven terrain. Suitable for more experienced and prepared walkers. May require a compass and map. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.
For very experienced and fit walkers only, will need to use compass and map, could have steep inclines and uneven terrain, may need additional technical skills eg scrambling, crampons etc. You must plan your walk beforehand.
Suitable for beginners in good health with basic bike skills. Relatively flat and wide trail suitable for most types of bike.
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