Bourne Mill |
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The mill was originally built as a fishing lodge in 1591 and features stepped Dutch gables.
It was converted in the 19th century to a mill for fulling (a process in cloth manufacture) and later flour milling.
The waterwheel is still in working order.
General Information:
- Parking limited not suitable for coaches
- Picnic area
- Dogs except guide dogs not allowed in building
- No WC.
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
4th to 25th June: Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm.2nd July to 29th August: Tuesday and Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm. Open Bank Holiday Mondays. |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
Adult £2.50; Child £1.00 must be accompanied.
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Directions
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| (B1025)1 mile south of Colchester centre in Bourne Road off Mersea Road. |
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Bourne Mill Postcode for SatNav: CO2 8RT |
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Nearby Attractions
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Colchester Zoo
(3 Miles)*
Colchester Zoo is one of the finest Zoos in Europe due to a constant programme of development and recently won the coveted "Large Visitor Attraction of the Year" Award from the East of England Tourist Board. |
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Beth Chatto Gardens
(5 Miles)*
The Beth Chatto Gardens began in 1960. From an overgrown wasteland with poor gravel soil and boggy hollows, it has been transformed into an informal garden harmonising with the surrounding countryside. |
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Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum
(6 Miles)*
Castle House and its Collection is a fitting memorial to Sir Alfred Munnings, KCVO, PRA, who lived at Castle House from 1919 until his death in 1959. |
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