This mill was really interesting and informative. The weavers were very helpful and patiently answered all our questions! The setting is beautiful and looked superb on a sunny September afternoon. Nice cafe too.
September 2024
This is a must place to visit for anyone who has an interest in industrial heritage, textile and silk production or even just looking for a great afternoon out to a lovely and interesting location. The mill built in 1800 on the River Test once employed 108 people in its early days and comes with a fascinating history, still... read full comment
September 2024
A great experience, I learnt a lot, had a chance to do some weaving myself and the people there are very knowledgeable
Their cafe us great, offering gluten free options And feeding the ducks is a delight
Welcome to the UK’s oldest working silk mill; a gem of industrial heritage located on the River Test in quintessential rural Hampshire. For more than 200 years the Mill has been drawing power from the gin-clear waters of the river via its waterwheel, and is still weaving beautiful
silk using 19th-century machinery.
Learn about the traditions of silk weaving and how the delicate thread is made into fabulous cloth.
Get an interactive hands-on weaving experience and enjoy the family friendly displays, events and activities.
