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Strutt’s North Mill – Belper 2024
North Mill with East Mll behind and the River Derwent.
The famous horseshoe weir.
North Mill from the adjacent River Gardens. Worth a visit too (free).
Our framework knitter, making stockings perhaps.
Adult group being shown a framework knitting machine.
Group standing in front of a portrait of William Strutt who designed and built North Mill.
Famous 1804 ‘fireproof’ mill showing the history of cotton spinning, framework knitting, Brettles’ silk and cotton hosiery, chevening a form of exquisite embroidery, and nail making. Industrial housing and River Gardens nearby.
Contacts
Operator: Belper North Mill Trust
Address: Derwent Valley Visitor Centre Bridgefoot Belper Derbyshire DE56 1YD
- Telephone: 01773 880 474
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Easter-Oct: Guided Tours Wed, Sat & some BHol. Visit website for more details and advance booking.
Travel
- By Bus: various
- By Rail: Belper / 0.5 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Part disabled access
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