Tonedale Mills

Tonedale Mills is a complex of brick buildings from different periods in Wellington. The structures show the layout and scale of a major textile production site with spaces for machinery, storage, and processing.

The complex began as a textile production site in the mid-18th century. Over time, buildings were expanded and technical systems updated to keep pace with industrial demands.

The mills shaped Wellington's identity as a textile town for generations. Visitors can see how central this factory was to the town's economic and social life.

The complex sits on Milverton Road with some sections still in use while others undergo renovation or redevelopment. Visitors should expect that certain areas may be off-limits and that construction zones require caution.

The complex displays the range of power systems used across centuries: water power first drove the machines, then steam was added, and finally electricity. This visible history of energy supply makes the site an unusual record of industrial progress.

Location: Somerset West and Taunton

GPS coordinates: 50.98483,-3.24437

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:01