Camilty Gunpowder Mills 2026
Midlothian
Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot 2026
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings of this picturesque watermill which dates from the 18th century. See and hear the mill mechanism in action and learn about the millers who worked here.
Contacts
Operator: National Trust for Scotland
Address: Preston Road East Linton Midlothian EH40 3DS
- Telephone: 01620 860 426
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Mill Guided Tours: 7 Mar-Oct Thu-Mon 1000-1630. (Closed 13 Mar.) Visit website for more details, pre-booking essential.
Travel
- By Bus: various
- By Rail: North Berwick / 6 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Part disabled access
The mill has a curious Dutch-style conical roof, and is an architectural oddity that will intrigue visitors, it was used commercially until 1959 and was the region’s last working watermill.
Just across the River Tyne lies the unusual structure of Phantassie Doocot, built in the 16th century to house 500 pigeons.
