Marsh Mill Village in Thornton-Cleveleys

Thornton-Cleveleys

Marsh Mill in Wyre

Marsh Mill was builtin 1794 by Ralph Slater, a Fylde millwright who also built Pilling and Clifton Mills.

One of the largest mills in Europe, Marsh Mill standing at a height of 22.8m (70ft) is also amongst the tallest in the Fylde. Until 1922 Marsh Mill was a working windmill producing wheatflour for bread, crushed barley for animal feed, rye flour and oatmeal.

Today Marsh Mill with its machinery restored and working sails offers the visitors a unique introduction to milling of a byegone age. Guided tours are available to the top of the mill.

Marsh Mill shopping centre is set in the attractive surroundings of Marsh Mill Village.

Spend an enjoyable day browsing around the speciality shops which offer a friendly and helpful service.

If you feel like a bite to eat or you fancy a pint while your missus is doing the shopping, there is a popular tea-room and public house called the Tavern at the Mill where you can relax and enjoy the pleasant surroundings.

Every weekend from Easter to October you can enjoy a variety of entertainments featuring brass bands, childrens shows, clog dancing and a train ride on the model railway.

The Marsh Mill dance centre is a popular venue and also plays host to the Craft Fairs that take place on many weekends.

The Free train ride at Marsh Mill Village

How to get to the Marsh Mill Village

By Car
Leave the M55 at Junction 3 signposted Fleetwood. Follow the A585 (Fleetwood) for approx 6 miles until reaching the third roundabout. Marsh Mill is signposted from here, turn right and after about ½ a mile look out for a sign on your left.

By Public Transport
Buses from Cleveleys, Fleetwood, Poulton-le-Fylde and Blackpool. For further details call 01253 772704

By Rail
Nearest Train Station (3 miles), Poulton-le-Fylde with regular connections from Preston and Blackpool.

Marsh Mill Opening Times

Summer
April to October.....10.30am to 5.00pm

Winter
November to March.....11.00am to 4.00pm

Tours of the Mill available
Coaches Welcome
Free ample parking
Wheelchair access to the Village and ground floor of the Mill
Disabled toilets in the Village

For more information and group bookings :
Telephone
01253 860765

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