The Mill at Sonning, Grade II listed watermill in Sonning Eye, England
The Mill at Sonning is a building on an island in the River Thames that functions as a dinner theater with kitchen and performance space. It has a 215-seat auditorium and restaurant where guests dine before watching shows.
The building dates back to medieval times and later served grain production for a famous biscuit factory in the region. Its conversion to a theater venue is a more recent chapter in its story.
The theater stages performances year-round, from classic adaptations to new works created for the space. Audiences experience shows in an intimate setting on the island, where the setup creates a direct connection between performers and viewers.
Access to the island is via a footbridge, and visitors can park in a designated lot. It helps to arrive early enough to enjoy your meal at an unhurried pace before the performance begins.
The building generates its own power through a hydroelectric system installed at the river in the 2000s. This makes it one of the few entertainment venues partly powered by renewable energy.
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