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Turn the Quern! Family Activity

Join us for family quern demonstrations and learn all about milling and how we make flour!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Come and have a go at using the quern, an ancient device for grinding grain, and learn all about milling and why it's such a fun tradition for everyone.

This is a free event although we do welcome donations to help us look after City Mill.

Please note these events are volunteer lead and can be subject to change on short notice.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Meeting point

Please meet inside the Mill.

Accessibility

Due to the nature of the mill space, we regret that many areas are not accessible. For more information do give us a call to discuss your access requirements.

Other

Please note that there is no parking at Winchester City Mill. Nearest available parking is a multi-storey on Chesil Street.

Upcoming events

Event

History of Milling – Talk and Hands-on Demonstration 

Join us for a unique talk and demonstration lead by one of our expert millers.

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on
5 Jul to 2 Aug 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Winchester City Mill Walk and Talk Tour 

A guided ‘walk and talk’ tour presenting the most interesting features of Winchester City Mill.

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on
12 Jul to 26 Jul 2025
at
11:30 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

A Curious Adventure at Winchester City Mill: Pop-up Theatre 

Out There Actions theatre tell the true story of a curious adventure experienced by two cows at Winchester City Mill in September 1849. A ten-minute show for the whole family, performed on demand, throughout the day.

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on
20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time