Delamont Miniature Railway 2025
Co. Down
Ballycopeland Windmill 2024
The last working windmill in Northern Ireland and the sole example of a functional roller reefing system left in the world. Interpretation panels across the site explore the history of Ballycopeland, the functions of the windmill, and stories of the millers who lived and made their livelihood there.
Contacts
Address: Windmill Road Millisle Newtownards Co. Down BT22 2DS
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- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Sep-Jun Thu-Mon 0900-1600. Guided Tours: Sat. Jul-Aug Daily 0900-1600. Guided Tours: Fri-Mon. Visit website for more details with advance booking being essential.
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Part disabled access
These interpretive panels are complemented by a suite of delivery mechanisms to help bring these stories to life.
The windmill is known for its iconic image on the Ards Peninsula. But did you know this area was once so populated with windmills that it was known as Little Holland?
