Thwaite Mills, Water-powered mill museum in Leeds, England
The mill features two operational waterwheels that demonstrate traditional milling processes, showcasing industrial machinery and equipment from the nineteenth century.
Built between 1823 and 1825, this industrial site started as a fulling mill in 1641 before evolving into a facility for crushing seeds and processing materials.
The museum presents educational programs focused on local industrial heritage, demonstrating the importance of water power in manufacturing through hands-on activities.
Located along the River Aire, the museum opens on weekends from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and contains multiple grade II listed buildings across its grounds.
The facility operated without electricity for many years, relying solely on water wheels and a Marshall engine added in the 1930s for power generation.
Opening Hours: Saturday-Sunday 13:00-17:00
Phone: +441132762887
Website: http://leeds.gov.uk/thwaitemills
GPS coordinates: 53.77622,-1.50404
Latest update: March 16, 2025 03:56
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