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Crabble Corn Mill
Lower Road
River
DOVER
Kent CT17 0UY
Telephone: 01304 823292
NOW OPEN ALL YEAR
Sunday to Thursday
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Opening days and times may be modified depending on other events and staff availability
Self-guided Tours
Adults - £4.50
Over 60 Concession/
Students/Children - £3.00
(under 5's - FREE)
Family (2 adult, 2 Children) - £11.00
Guided Tours
(by arrangement only)
Adults - £5.00
Over 60 Concession/
Students/Children - £3.50
(Under 5's - FREE)
Family (2 adult, 2 children) - £13.00
Group Rates (15+)
Adults - £4.50
Over 60 Concession/
Students/Children - £3.00
Last tours will commence
at 2:00 pm
Open all year around
for pre-booked groups
subject to availability
Restaurant Hygiene Rating
Last Inspection: 15th February 2024
Latest Events
| 15 Dec 2024; 09:00AM - 12:00PM Breakfast with Santa |
| 15 Dec 2024; 01:00PM - 05:00PM Santa's Grotto |
| 20 Dec 2024; 07:30PM - 11:00PM Music Night |
| 21 Dec 2024; 07:30PM - 11:00PM Quiz Night |
| 22 Dec 2024; 12:00AM CLOSED |
| 22 Dec 2024; 12:00AM CLOSED |
| 22 Dec 2024; 12:00AM CLOSED |
| 22 Dec 2024; 12:00AM CLOSED |
| 22 Dec 2024; 12:00AM CLOSED |
| 22 Dec 2024; 12:00AM CLOSED |
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Repairs to this mill are supported by the Mills Section of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
Welcome to Crabble Corn Mill
Local photograher Peter Kesby took this atmospheric picture just before sunrise recently.
Owned, operated and maintained by Crabble Corn Mill Trust, the mill was rescued from demolition and opened to the public in 1990. It can now boast to be one of the most complete and working examples of a Georgian watermill in Europe.
All the staff at Crabble Corn Mill are volunteers and take no wages; they do this simply to keep the Mill going. Our only income is from visitors, special events and occasional donations. Crabble Corn Mill receives no financial aid from the state and all monies raised go to the upkeep of Mill and its estate.
The current structure was built in 1812 alongside an existing mill which was later demolished to allow for additional storage space - what is now the exhibition area on the ground floor and the tea rooms. However, records show that there has been a mill on this site since at least 1227 when Henry III granted a Charter of Confirmation to St. Radigund's Abbey, the ruins of which can still be seen today on the hill above the village.
What We Have To Offer
The Mill is a working museum and as such shows Georgian and Victorian engineering excellence at work using one of nature's most powerful forces - water.
In 1999 the Mill won the prestigious Presidents Award from the Association for Industrial Archaeology.
Six floors of exhibits and milling machinery describe the process of turning wheat into flour, and this wholemeal flour is available for sale at the Mill.
The café, which is also available for private functions, serves a variety of snacks and has a fully licensed bar serving a variety of beers, cider, wines and spirits. There is no admission charge to the café, although we hope you will take a tour of the Mill while you are here.
Community Carols
Interdenominational Community Carols, hosted by Rev. Dr. Andy Bawtree, will be held at the Mill from 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday 10th December 2024. Mulled wine and mince pies will be served at the end to sooth parched throats!
No booking necessary and all are welcome.
Festive Afternoon Teas
A Festive Afternoon Tea with options of a glass of Mulled Wine and a guided tour of the mill for each person. Prices start from just £16.00 per person from 3rd November to 19th December. This fine dining experience will run on a Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from midday to 3:00 pm.
Santa in his Grotto
Bring the children to visit Santa in his Grotto on Sunday 8th December or Sunday 15th December between 1:00 p.m and 4:00 p.m. Admission is just £15.00 per child, who will receive a present suitable for both their age and gender. Only TWO adults per family group to avoid overcrowding, additional adults will be charged a £5.00 admission fee.
Breakfast with Santa
Come and have Breakfast with Santa on Sunday 8th and Sunday 15th December, with sittings at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Reasonably priced at just £13.50 for adults and £6.50 for children aged 8 and under.
Tickets available online NOW.
Seeking Volunteers
Time on your hands? We are seeking people to join our team of volunteers to help us keep this Grade II* listed building looking its best for our visitors. Can you push a lawn mower or weild a paintbrush? Perhaps you have woodworking or carpentry skills that could be put to good use, or just help out in the tea room for functions. If you think you would like to join us please get in touch with the
Crabble Corn Mill is participating in this initiative to promote the museums of Kent to a younger audiance. Wheels of Time is a partnership of around 88 museums and heritage sites in Kent, Essex and Surrey developed to promote education in history and heritage among young children. This purpose is achieved by running a scheme to encourage children, between the ages of 5 and 11, to visit museums and heritage sites in Kent. Normal admission charges to the mill will apply.