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Daily Hydro Tours

Enjoy a behind the scenes look at how the hydro turns the power of the River Bollin into electricity

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This tour will give you an overview of the history of waterpower, from the first wheel installed in 1784 to the present-day Kaplan turbine today. Visiting the Hydro house and the water gallery.

Tours daily at 11:30am and 2:00pm. The tours will last between 30-45 minutes. Tickets available from the Mill entrance.

Admission charges apply. This is a free event. Tickets cannot be pre-booked.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

suitable for children 10 and over

Meeting point

Tickets available from the Mill entrance. Meet here for the tour to begin at 2pm daily

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor event so please dress for the weather

Accessibility

Partial access available. The Hydro house is not accessible due to steps.

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