Midland Mills Open, Strutt's North Mill
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Directions Postcode DE56 1YD, Map Ref SK 345 481
Belper is seven miles north of Derby, on the A6
Turn off the A6 at northern edge of Belper, onto Ashbourne Road.
Mill car park is on right, just before river bridge
By train or bus from Derby, Mill is five minutes walk from Belper train station & Bus station, Following A6 North
Description
Willam Strutt's 1804 iron framed "fireproof mill"
Facilities
New family friendly displays using original and replica machinery show the history and processes of cotton spinning,
silk and cotton hosiery, Chevening (unique to Derbyshire), framework kniting and nailmaking
Shop, including wide selction of local history books.
Free car parking.
Guided or audio-equipped tours, Quizzes for children.
Opening Dates & Times
March-October, Wednesday -Sunday & Bank Holiday Mon 1.00pm - 5.00pm
November-February Saturday & Sunday 1.00pm - 5.00pm (closed Xmas Day)
Admission Adults £2.50 Concessions £2.00, under 7's Free
Disabled Access Nearest mills
Full access to main gallery. Heage Windmill 2.3 miles
Video of basement tour. Arkwright's Mills 6.7 miles
No wheel chair access to basement. Cromford Mill 6.8 miles
Full access to WC. Cauldwell's Mill 12.8 miles
Shepshed Mill 18.8
Events
Well Dressing festival 2nd weekend of July
May pole event on May day bank Holiday
Ring 01773 880474 for Craft Day Dates
