See Ballycopeland Windmill  |  |
Restored to full working order, this late-18th century corn mill, for flour and animal feed, with its miller's house and associated buildings gives a unique insight into a lost industry. The McGilton family worked the windmill until the 1914-18 War; thankfully they saved the windmill and gave it to the state so that we can enjoy it today.
A large wooden pig greets visitors before they enter the kiln house, much to the amusement of younger visitors. Inside the kiln house there is a video explaining how the mill works. There may also be a chance to mill some barley.
The Millers house is also open with its impressive kitchen and fireplace containing a unique double flue. The outbuildings now serve as visitor centre with displays, models and audio-visual theatre.
FacilitiesOpen July & August only from 10am to 6pm daily.
Booking and queries:
For information on educational visits to Ballycopeland Windmill, please contact NIEA on 028 9181 1491.
This is a group of traditional buildings, on a sloping site with changes of level, stone-paved paths and cobbles. Wheelchair-users can gain access to the exhibition and the ground floor of the mill, but may find this difficult and some parts of the complex are inaccessible for wheel chairs. Steep, narrow stairs in the mill may make upper levels inaccessible for visitors with any difficulty walking.
Getting HereBallycopeland Windmill is located in County Down, one mile west of Milisle village centre on the B172. It is best approached from the nearby towns of Newtownards and Donaghhadee. Public transport is possible, but check timetables carefully.
Contact UsWindmill Road
Millisle
Down
BT22 2DS