Nether Alderley Mill

Visitors on a guided tour inside Nether Aldlerley Mill

Important notice -

We're working hard to reopen many of our places where it is safe to do so. However, Nether Alderley Mill is closed.

Concealed under the long sloping roof of this medieval building is a fully restored, working corn mill.

More about this place

Family walking dogs

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

Back to top
Nether Alderley Mill

History 

Historical image of Nether Alderley Mill taken 1908

Our history 

Take a look at how this mill was run and how it was at the heart of the community of Nether Alderley.

Sketch of Nether Alderley Mill from 1835

Building the mill 

With over 600 years of history, the mill has seen many changes from the way people lived to the way they farmed.

Historic image of John Rawlins surrounded by his family

The millers 

The life of a miller was a tough one with long hours and back-breaking, dangerous work.

Sacks inside a mill

The machinery 

Learn more about the machinery used in the mill. It's a real eye opener as to the physical demands and risks a miller went through each day.

Back to top
Nether Alderley Mill

Our work

Nether Alderley Mill

Restoring the mill 

Between 2008 and 2012 repair work was carried out to the ageing roof of Nether Alderley Mill.

Back to top
Close

For everyone, for ever

Download the app

© National Trust Registered Charity 205846 Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2NA

We use cookies to provide you with a better service. Carry on browsing if you're happy with this, or find out how to manage cookies.