Skerries Mills is a unique experience to visit. This award winning restoration of the Great 5 Sail Windmill, Thatched 4 Sail Windmill and Watermill is set in the town park at the centre of the beautiful seaside town of Skerries. The history of the mills can be traced to the early 16th century. All three mills are in working order and demonstrate an efficient and clean use of water and wind power and are a rare survival of 17th, 18th, and 19th century industrial history. Guided tours last approximately 50 minutes during which time your guide will show you the history of milling and Skerries Mills. Try your hand at stone grinding flour; see the water wheel in action turning the sieves, shakers blowers, etc. inside the mill. Go to the top of the 4 Sail Windmill and visit the 5 Sail Windmill taking in the views of the town as well as the islands off Skerries and the coast line as far as the Mourne Mountains which are available from the site. After your tour relax in the Watermill Café where we have speciality loose leaf teas, artisan coffee and home baked scones daily. Then browse for that souvenir or special gift in our craft shop.
Opening Times:
April-September Daily: 10.00am-5.30pm.
October-March Daily: 10.00am-4.30pm.
Closed 24th - 28th and 31st December- 2nd January.
Admission Prices:
Adults €6.50
Senior Citizens/Students €5
Child €3.50
Family €13
Group Admission Prices:
Group Rates availble on request Admission to building is free, above prices are for guided tours.
Minimum Group number is 10.
Facilities:
Guided tours, Watermill Cafe with in-house baking and cooking, craft shop, exhibition area, ample free parking, literature available in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Irish.
How to Get There:
30km north of Dublin. 5 minutes walk from Skerries train station.
Bus route 33 from Dublin city. Signposted off the N1/M1.
Email: skerriesmills@indigo.ie
Web: http://www.skerriesmills.org
