November 2023 by Helen Sole
Exceeded my expectations.Small but beautiful place with an outstanding amount of history behind it and all wonderfully displayed.And so lovely to see it all in working order and the effort put in by the staff and volunteers to raise funds to keep this place alive.
July 2023 by T Cross
We saw the signs at the Dalegarth for Boot station, having boarded the Raven and Eskdale Railway at Ravenglass. We wondered into the village of Boot and upto the Mill. You can see the water wheel turning without having the pay to go in the Mill, however I would thoroughly recommend paying to look around, to see the inner workings of this ancient Mill was stunning. Plus you get to explore the small but we'll maintained gardens. The model water mill was a fun addition for the kids. Plus the added Bonus of a water fall next to the Mill. You can follow the water from the river through the garden and watch it tumble over the wheel. At £13.75 for a family of 4 it was a small price to pay to help keep this piece of history turning. The volunteers on site were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely be recommend a visit if you like history, waterfalls, exploring.
July 2023 by Pauline Klein
I highly recommend visiting Eskdale Mill. There is a very interesting exhibition at the beginning, explaining the history of the site and how the mill works. Then you can visit the various rooms and see some of the machinery working. The outdoor part is beautiful and the staff is very friendly. Eskdale Mill is a hidden gem and we would definitely go back!
September 2022 by Tony Edgcumbe
Spent an hour here and could have spent a lot more but our train departure meant we had to cut things short.Fantastic, friendly and informative staff who took the visit from a stroll around a mill to an immersive experience into times gone by.We will be back to spend more time there and to check out the manager's veg plot ? Thank you guys, it was an absolute pleasure.
July 2022 by Gill C
Super visit to restored & working water mill in Eskdale. £5/person including guided tour, lots to see & really worth a visit
June 2022 by Andy Mc
Absolutely loved this place it's only a small mill and you could walk around it in half an hour but I think it's well worth a visit
May 2022 by Vivek Aggarwal
Looking at past technology which evolved human race and technological era. It is really awesome experience not just for kids but adults as well. Taking a steam train from Ravenglass to Dalegarth for a trip of about 40 minutes and then walking for 700 yards from station to the mill, all through was such a unique experience. Highly recommended place and kudos to local authorities to develop this in a heritage site. One of a kind experience, one shall definitely go for!!
January 2022 by Bushra Alnoman
It's about the history & people who made the mill A watermill that has been tucked away in this hidden corner of Eskdale since 1200s.. There are guided tour and demo of working mill wheels and machinery on special days, there is picnic are in the garden where you can watch the waterwheels & nature spot.You can see the wheels tuning it's amazing what a great invention, It's a fascinating history. ?
January 2022 by Christine Dymond
Visited on Thursday in surprisingly good weather. What a treasure of a place it is. Beautifully restored. Lovingly cared for. Magic place. Worth every Penny of entrance fee. A must see
January 2022 by Sue Holmes
Fabulous exposition of an old double water mill complete with its own waterfall and natural garden. Hands-on working models for the kids to play with. Plus hydroelectric wheel to demo sustainable energy.
