Whitchurch Silk Mill

Type: Water Mill

Whitchurch Silk Mill is a picturesque watermill that has been weaving silk since 1820. It is the oldest working silk museum in Britain; keeping alive silk weaving skills on Victorian machinery. The Mill weaves silk for the stage and screen, the fashion world and interiors.

There is a varied programme of exhibitions, adults’ and children’s activities – see the website for more information. Enjoy the 19th century waterwheel, riverside garden, the shop selling silk gifts and the tearoom with a view. Picnickers are welcomed. Round off your visit with a go at hand weaving. Thirty one miles east of Salisbury on the A34.

Opening Times

2010 3 Jan 2010 - 23 Dec 2010

* Last admission at 4.15pm
Closed Christmas to New Year.

Tickets Information

Special rates for groups of 10 or more.

Road Directions

Thirty one miles east of Salisbury on the A34.

Public Transport Directions

Whitchurch Railway Station.
Bus service no. 6, 8 and 76 from Basingstoke, no. 86 from Winchester.
Parking within Whitchurch.