Heron Corn Mill
Beetham
Milnthorpe
Lancs

Water-powered corn mill, with attached grain dryer and water supply mechanism and launder. Late C18 or earlier, remodelled and enlarged C19, restored as a museum in 1975. Rubble stone, slobbered, with a slate roof laid to diminishing courses. PLAN: L-shaped complex with main mill range aligned parallel to the River Bela, and ancillary range at right angles to the north-west. EXTERIOR: River frontage to south-east with dressed stone plinth and semi circular arch-headed double doorway to lower level. 3 multi-pane upper floor windows with flat-arched heads. Wide south-east gable with timber launder leading from sluice gates with rack and pinion mechanisms. Narrow extension to north-west incorporates corn drying kiln with roof louvre. Single bay north-east elevation with a C20 window frame to each floor and a board door. INTERIOR: The restoration of the mill interior was completed in 1975, and contains a Lowder stone frame on the stone floor and complete associated machinery, driven by a 14ft overshot water wheel. Line shafting in the attic powers the sack hoist which raises grain to the highest part of the building, to be delivered by gravity onto the 4 pairs of millstones below. The roof structure is supported on trusses with curved knee braces to the principles. HISTORY: The mill site is thought to have had medieval origins, rights to erect and run a corn mill having been granted to the Canons of Coningshead in 1220. The present mill operated until 1955. A water-powered corn mill on a mill site established in 1220 and operated until 1955, with a complete and working interior, including a rare survival of a Lowder frame.

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Superior Double Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Very central accommodation. Just didn’t like the fact that I could hear people from the other rooms and even upstairs, also the fact that there was no toilet paper so needed to buy it"

"Lovely converted barn, well equipped and close enough to explore the Lake Windermere area. Excellent correspondence from the hosts. "

"Never received the check in details 24 hours before so couldn’t risk taking the family and I had to do a 5 hour round trip to go get them, we didn’t have any hot water for the first 24 hours. The mattress in the main bedroom was the most uncomfortable bed we have ever slept on and after the first night slept in the lounge, also there isn’t a table so they provide 4/5 small tables to eat off but 1 of these had 2 missing legs and another’s legs were about to fall off. This might be ok for a couple...

"quiet ,with easy parking option and good facilities"

"Such a beautiful lodge in a fabulous location! Our first stay in the Lakes and we absolutely loved it! Thank you so much to Roger and Hazel who own this amazing lodge!"

$171 nightly

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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Family Chalet, Private Bathroom, River View | Exterior

"So peaceful. Best sleep I’ve had in a long time. Lots of mod cons. Very nice welcome pack and attentive owners who do all they can to ensure you have a great experience. Really comfortable and homely place to relax. Very highly recommend."

Luxury Apartment, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Shared kitchen

"Amazing stay. The place is absolutely stunning and has everything you could possibly need in a home away from home. The host was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate us and the home speaks for itself. It’s just beautiful We will definitely be coming back but also this place is the one to book if your looking for a spot to stay in for your trip to Lake District "

$171 nightly

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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"Great place to stay for a break, the caravan layout was ideal and the kitchen had all the facilities needed to cook meals etc., Having a shower/toilet and a separate toilet makes this property ideal for families. Cleanliness was of a very good standard and quality bedding provided. The location was quiet but within a few miles of towns and local pubs and eateries if you wanted to go off site. I would stay again."

"We had a fantastic stay at Pine Lake resorts. Beautiful accommodation, Mark was an excellent host. We will definitely be returning!"

"Had a wonderful trip .Caravan was clean,modern ,comfortable,well equipped everything you could want was ther.Quite ,convenient location with beautiful views.Ideal for couples and families alike .Will definitely return Have recommended to friends already.Host Becki always available for any queries .Spot on in every way"

$173 nightly

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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"Large rooms on single level and a modern cabin were a welcome change from tiny cottages. The uncleaned toilet was the only negative. The trailer park was in a beautiful setting and excellent location. The facilities were good, but, the restaurant was poor."

$113 nightly

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Top Milnthorpe Hotel Reviews

The Belsfield Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent check in staff, but found all staff polite and friendly. Nothing was to much trouble for them. We had a lake view and had been pre informed of the scaffolding outside our window, it did block the view but not too much. Unfortunately the very misty morning put paid to any view but obviously that’s nature. Would definitely return "