Our Waterwheel, Mill Pond & Farm Visitor Attraction
BROOM MILL FARM VISITOR ATTRACTION
Located at the entrance to the Durham Dales, Broom Mill Farm is Teesdale, Weardale and County Durham's newest visitor attraction and places to visit. There is so much to see and do for all the family, both young and old.
- The True Farm Shop
- Country Kitchen Coffee Shop
- Broom Mill Working Waterwheel
- The Mill Pond and Sluice Gate
- Cattle, Calves, Pigs and Piglets
- Grassed Recreation Area & Play Area
- Open views and Nature's riches
The Farm Shop and Country Kitchen Coffee Shop are described in detail in their own sections.
THE BROOM MILL WORKING WATERWHEEL
The early Broom Mill with working waterwheel was here in 1691 - and this important part of the area's history has been lovingly restored by Matthew and Tracy. So please do come and see the power of running water and the spinning waterwheel at the renovated old mill building - and gain a glimpse of the rich heritage of this area's past times.
THE MILL POND AND SLUICE GATE
A very attractive mill pond has been re-created, along with its sluice gate and pretty mill race - all located beside the Country Kitchen Tearoom.
FARM ANIMALS
Being based on a working farm there are cattle, calves, pigs and piglets to be seen in the immediate surroundings.
GRASSED RECREATION AREA + PLAY AREA
Extending down from the Waterwheel, Mill Pond and Country Kitchen Coffee Shop, towards the meandering River Gaunless, are extensive grassed areas for the enjoyment of visitors.
In addition, included within the development plans are a collection of varied children's play areas and activities. Watch out for further details.
OPEN VIEWS AND NATURE'S RICHES
Located in the valley of the River Gaunless below the nearby Bildershaw escarpment, there are open views to be enjoyed by our visitors.
Eventually we hope to develop a Nature Trail walk with regular information boards to make your ramble even more interesting.
