Alton Watermill, Food Museum
Alton Watermill, Food Museum
Watermill
This mill dates from the 17th century with 19th century modifications. The mill and mill house were moved to the museum in the 1970s. The mill has an internal overshot waterwheel, which drives three pairs of millstones on a hurst frame on the ground floor. It works for demonstration on some events days, producing animal feed. Cafe and gift shop.
Location
Grid reference:
TM 045 581
Town/city: Stowmarket
OS sheet:
155
Postcode: IP14 1DE
Geocode: @52.186886, 0.993384 Open in Map
Entrance to the Museum is in the centre of Stowmarket, opposite ASDA, signposted from A14.
Contact
Do you own or look after this mill? Contact us
Opening Times:
25th March to 29th October Tuesday-Saturday, & Bank Holiday Mondays 10.00-16.30, Sundays, 11.00-16.30. For further details see web site.
Additional Information:
https://foodmuseum.org.uk/watermill-to-be-restored-to-working-order/