Ballycopeland Windmill
18th Century Windmill

Ballycopeland WindmillBallycopeland Windmill is located 1 mile (1.6km) west of Millisle on the B172. Signposted from Newtownards.

Millisle, as the name implies, once had lots of mills. Ballycopeland is a late 18th Century corn mill that produced flour and animal feed. It was worked by the McGilton family until the 1914-18 War and has now been restored to full working order to give a unique insight into a lost industry. The miller's house, kiln and kiln-man's house have all survived and serve as a visitor centre with displays, models and audio-visual theatre.

Facilities:

  • Car Park
  • Toilets
  • Audio-Visual Theatre
  • Windmill Model
  • Displays
  • Guided Tours of Mill

Access: (Open July and August only)

Closed on Monday's  
Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 2pm - 6pm
Wednesday and Thursday 10am - 1pm

Wheelchair users will find some parts of the windmill inaccessible.

Admission: Free
(Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult)

Customer Contact: (028) 9181 1491

Contact:

Environment and Heritage Service
Commonwealth House
35 Castle Street
Belfast
BT1 1GU
Tel: (028) 9054 6754
Fax: (028) 9054 6516
Email: ehsinfo@doeni.gov.uk
Website: www.ehsni.gov.uk

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