Heron Corn Mill

Heron Corn Mill A grade II* listed 18th century working watermill situated on the River Bela in Beetham, Cumbria

Visitor Information 2014

Heron Corn Mill is located in Beetham, halfway between Lancaster and Kendal, next to the River Bela. The mill is important due to its national significance (being a grade II* listed, intact, and operational 18th century corn mill with rare features) but also because of the way it combines traditional and contemporary technology to operate sustainably. The mill - managed b

y a registered charity - is self-sufficient due to a 100kW hydropower turbine installed in 2010 which provides green energy for the buildings and any surplus is sold to local industry which brings in an income. The turbine was designed to work in sync with the old sluice gate and launder which serve the supply to the original 14ft water wheel which still powers the milling machinery today. Recent refurbishment has enabled major essential repairs and restoration of the unique mill to take place, including the ancient grinding machinery which dates back to 1740. This project is testimony to the growing trend of mill restoration, with the Government recently backing such initiatives in its push for green power and renewable energy generation. Visitors now have improved access and new interpretation - including a unique and colourful downloadable hydro game, a visitor app and a live feed from the hydro which shows the energy and equivalent income generated. They can explore the three-storey corn mill, see the water power connection of the old and the new, meet Stuart the miller, join guided tours with our enthusiastic volunteers, and watch the millstones turn to grind grains. Heron Corn Mill is truly a hidden gem, and helps contribute to a healthy and socially-active community. Heron Corn Mill offers a diverse program of events, details of which can be found on the page or over at the website www.heronmill.org

Check back regularly so that you don't miss out on any of our great events. Please contact us for further information on 015395 64271 or email [email protected] or for the mill information [email protected]

Some of our Hands-On bakers are making carrot cakes today. Don't think we'll need an oven to bake them in, in this heat!
24/06/2026

Some of our Hands-On bakers are making carrot cakes today. Don't think we'll need an oven to bake them in, in this heat!

A scorcher for Crafternoons today, but we were treated to some cool drinks, lovely cakes from Sue, and a weaving session...
23/06/2026

A scorcher for Crafternoons today, but we were treated to some cool drinks, lovely cakes from Sue, and a weaving session from Erika.

21/06/2026

Ancient engineering, pure river power, and a dedication to doing things by hand and by heritage. #

Food for Thought last Sunday. Our teenage baking sessions - promoting focus, friendships and good mental wellbeing 🌱✨ if...
20/06/2026

Food for Thought last Sunday. Our teenage baking sessions - promoting focus, friendships and good mental wellbeing 🌱✨ if you have a teenager between 12-18 who may benefit from this project then please get in touch!
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If you come down to the barn today, you're sure of a big surprise. We're having an indoor picnic! Powsowdie is for older...
17/06/2026

If you come down to the barn today, you're sure of a big surprise. We're having an indoor picnic! Powsowdie is for older people who would like to meet and make new friends, reminisice and take part in the fun.

We’re stocked up this week! Open Thursday - Sunday 11am - 4pm.
11/06/2026

We’re stocked up this week! Open Thursday - Sunday 11am - 4pm.

Tomorrow is Age Without Limits Day. Its also the day we have popular local poet Jonathan Humble with us. His workshop is...
09/06/2026

Tomorrow is Age Without Limits Day. Its also the day we have popular local poet Jonathan Humble with us. His workshop is full, but there's a few places left for his reading at 2pm-3pm. Only £5 per ticket. The Victoria Wood Foundation have enabled us to enrich our Poetry Cafe with visits from poets this year. We are loving it!

Dallambs
08/06/2026

Dallambs

06/06/2026
Stomping Ground with Hannah and Emily. A great day of rural craft, den building and campfire with our Mill Hoppers youth...
06/06/2026

Stomping Ground with Hannah and Emily. A great day of rural craft, den building and campfire with our Mill Hoppers youth group.

Address

Mill Lane, Beetham
Milnthorpe
LA77PQ

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+441539564271

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