Castlehill Heritage Centre 2026
Caithness
John O’Groats Mill 2026
This is a working water-powered grain mill that has recently been restored. Learn about the history and mechanisms behind the milling process, from field to table. Hear the stories of the local people who relied on the mill for livelihood and sustenance, and see the mill in motion during the live machinery demonstrations.
Contacts
Operator: John O'Groats Mill Trust
Address: A836 Road John O'Groats Caithness KW1 4YR
- Telephone: 01955 601 578
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Apr-Oct Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 1000-1700. Visit website or facebook for more details.
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Full disabled access
The mill’s history dates as far back as the Viking Age, where the Norsemen likely began milling ‘Bere’, an ancient form of barley. In 1750, the Houston family acquired the site, and operated the mill until 2001, when the last miller passed away. The mill is now owned and operated by a Charitable Trust.
The attraction is just a stones throw from the iconic John O’Groats signpost. Now the last working watermill in Caithness.
