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Bourne Mill

Picturesque watermill with working waterwheel.

Bourne Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8RT

View across the pond of Bourne Mill, Essex

Important notice

We’re currently closed until next year whilst we carry out some essential conservation work. Please check back here for updates and reopening announcements. Thank you for your understanding, we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Planning your visit

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Events at Bourne Mill 

Search our upcoming events, from seasonal trails to community open days.

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School visits to Bourne Mill 

Plan your school visit to explore the wildlife, history and culture of this historic site with our lesson ideas and resources.

The entrance door to Bourne Mill, with a path leading to the door and floors in the border
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Accessibility at Bourne Mill 

There is limited Blue Badge parking on site. On-road parking is available in close proximity. On site there are grassy paths and slopes, with some steps around the grounds. There is an accessible compost toilet in the grounds, there is also a toilet on the first floor of the Mill. There are picnic tables outside the Mill.

View across the pond of Bourne Mill, Essex
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Visiting Bourne Mill with your dog 

Dogs on leads are welcome at Bourne Mill. This article explains where your dogs can and can't go, the facilities we provide for them and our Canine Code.

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