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Photograph © Trafford Mill
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Trafford Watermill, Mickle Trafford
Location
Grid reference: SJ 450 708
OS sheet: 117
Postcode: CH2 4EB
On A56,
¾
mile
N of Mickle Trafford village centre, on the river
Gowy. Entrance lane by bus stop,
opposite Meadow Fishery. Parking only available for visitors with disabilities.
Others should park at The Grange Farm, about 200m west of the Mill.
A 3-storey brick-built watermill, built around 1760, comprising two mills and
two waterwheels, each driving a separate set of machinery. One set is complete.
The Trafford Mill Project is currently working towards renovating the mill with
a view to developing a centre for traditional crafts and skills.
Opening times 2017
National Mills weekend (see below), Open Farm Sunday, 5th
June, and Heritage open Days, 9th & 10th September. Otherwise by
prior appointment only.
National Mills Weekend opening times 2017
Saturday 13th May & Sunday 14th May, 10.00-16.00. Please phone in
advance to ensure access. Guided tours can be booked, please check
Facebook page
for details of times and booking arrangements.
Contact
Ceris Timms 07587 189776
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