Winchester City Mill & Shop

A rare surviving example of an urban working corn mill, Winchester city mill is powered by the fast-flowing River Itchen, which can be seen passing underneath, thrilling our visitors. Rebuilt in 1743 on the site of a medieval mill, it remained in use until the early 20th century. The National Trust undertook an ambitious restoration project and the mill resumed grinding flour in March 2004.

With hands-on activities for families and audio-visual displays about milling and the rich wildlife in the area, the City Mill is a lively and informative place for all ages to enjoy.

Note: Nearest toilet 220 yards from the mill (not National Trust).

Exploring : Discover a millennium of milling history. Enjoy our weekend milling demonstrations. Have a go at milling flour using hand querns. Watch CCTV footage of Winchester's resident otters. Escape to the nearby Winnal Moors Nature Reserve. Programme of baking demonstrations. From April - September flour milling demonstrations every Saturday and Sunday 11am - 4pm and every Wednesday 2pm - 4pm.

Eating and shopping: Browse in our gift shop for gifts and books. Buy local produce, such as award winning cheeses, wine and beer, as well as a bag of our freshly milled wholemeal flour.

Road Directions

From the North: Leave the M3 at Junction 9, follow signs for city centre.
From the South: Leave the M3 at Junction 10, follow signs for city centre.
Nearest parking: Chesil car park or the Park and Ride from St Catherine's or Barfield.
Sat Nav: Do not use postcode.

Public Transport Directions

At the foot of the high street in central Winchester beside city bridge spanning the River Itchen

Buses from surrounding areas (bus station 220 yards, Rail station approx 1 mile)