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Killerton's History: Clyston Mill

To coincide with National Mills Weekend visit this historic watermill in Broadclyst village on the Killerton estate.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step back in time to discover how the mill harnessed the power of water to grind the farmer’s grain.

Steeped in history, explore the mill and see how the leat would have powered the watermill. The mill wheel is unable to turn at this time.

Parking is available in Victory Hall car park in the centre of Broadclyst Village. Please follow the signs from the car park, towards the church and through the church yard to the mill.

The mill is open to all visitors Wed 6, Friday 8, Saturday 9, Sunday 10 May, 1-4pm.

Entry is free for National Trust members. £3.00 per person for all other visitors. Under 5s go free.

There are no facilities on site. The nearest toilets are located in Victory Hall car park in Broadclyst Village.

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children are welcome and must be supervised at all times.

Meeting point

The mill is located in Broadclyst village, a short drive from Killerton.

What to bring and wear

The mill is an agricultural building and does not have heating. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Accessibility

The mill is a historic building. The ground floor has level access from outside. There are two floors to the mill that are accessed by very step steps with open treads.

Other

Assistance dogs only (although we do not recommend for assistance dogs to access the first and second floor due to the open tred stairs)

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