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Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum


Georgian Spinning Mill built in 1799 with working Worsted Spinning Machines and Hattersley Power Looms which demonstrate the spinning process from tops (combed fleeces) to knitting wool and the weaving process from wool to stair runner and tartan cloth. Demonstrations of hand spinning and weaving also available on request. Guided tour of mill includes demonstration of early carding engine and spinning mule from Victorian times and an actor leads a Victorian Drama as 'Mr Robson' the Mill Manager interviewing children to work at the mill and showing them what the work involves. The drama lasts approximately 1.5 hours and the tour another 1 hour. The mill's waterwheel continues to be used to power the spinning machines and the steam complex used after 1865 can be viewed. A room is provided for the school's use to store bags etc and to have lunch. There is a restaurant/cafe on site if required.

Address:	Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum Uffculme Cullompton Devon EX15 3EE View location map
Contact:	Julie Gubb
Telephone:	01884 840960
Email:	info@coldharbourmill.org.uk
Website:	View our website

Age:	4 - 18 Years
Key Stages:	1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Subjects:	History
Open:	January - December
Times:	10am - 4pm
Group Rates:	£5.00 per pupil

Risk Assessment Level:	A / Our Risk Assessment is available via post /
Free advance teacher's visits offered
We offer tour guides/educational sessions
Suggested visit length: Full day
Education packs included
Facilities:

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