Whitchurch Silk Mill
Whitchurch Silk Mill
4.5
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The Mill and Riverside Cafe are open Tuesday to Sunday 10.30am to 5.00pm. Please check our website for details. A gem of industrial heritage in beautiful, rural Hampshire, Whitchurch Silk Mill is a 19th century water mill that weaves British silk fabrics using Victorian machinery. The Mill is the oldest working silk mill in Britain, still weaving in its original building. An historic silk mill. Whether you're machine-mad, an admirer of silk fabrics, a child learning about the Victorians, or just looking for a delightful day out in Hampshire, Whitchurch Silk Mill has something for you:> the original mill wheel and Victorian machinery;> fabulous fabrics on the looms;> a shop to indulge in silk products from the Mill, and much more;> peaceful setting by the River Test, with tearoom for lunch and refreshments.
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Kindle Queen Christine
Melbourne, Australia9 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
The Whitchurch Silk Mill is a fascinating working museum. When we visited one of the weavers talked is through the intricate process of silk making. It was fascinating to see such beautiful fabric being made on the site. We hope the weaver who spoke to us fulfils her dream of becoming a designer.
Despite visiting the cafe at the end of the day, the staff did not rush us and we were able to enjoy delicious cakes at the end of our visit.
Although the weather was too grim to sit outside, it was lovely to walk along the river and see the graceful willows, and ducks, geese and swans gliding by.
Despite visiting the cafe at the end of the day, the staff did not rush us and we were able to enjoy delicious cakes at the end of our visit.
Although the weather was too grim to sit outside, it was lovely to walk along the river and see the graceful willows, and ducks, geese and swans gliding by.
Written 26 November 2023
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Thank you so much for visiting the Mill, cafe and the beautiful River Test. We're really please you enjoyed your visit and were delighted by what one our Weavers told you. All our team have opportunities to contribute to our designs so I know their experience here will stand them in very good stead as they progress through their careers. Thank you again for leaving us this lovely review,
Written 10 December 2023
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Valerie Shaw
Staffordshire, UK1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
What amazing staff and such a wonderful place to visit, the silk industry was very productive in the area I live and it's fascinating to see the brilliant work going on here, have a visit you won't be disappointed
Written 11 October 2023
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Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely review. We are now just one of three silk mills in the UK and the only one where people can see silk weaving. As a living museum, we work hard to keep this part of our national heritage alive. Thank you for taking the time to review our silk mill
Written 27 October 2023
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cazhowell
Basingstoke, UK20 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Visited the cafe recently with disabled relative. Friendly attentive staff. Fabulous food which was reasonably priced. Will definitely return.
Written 29 September 2023
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Thank you so much for visiting the Mill's cafe with your family and leaving this lovely review, our team is renowned for its kindness and excellent customer care, and I am so glad it has inspired you to pay us a return visit.
The Mill is also accessible with a platform lift to all floors, there is an illustrated access guide on our website if you would like to know more, so we would be delighted if you would visit the Mill too.
Written 2 October 2023
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Berkshireblokewithclass
London207 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
We have basically spent the summer in your surroundings and loved it. Sadly today I experienced bullying and being screamed at publicly for several minutes in front of other customers by your awful unprofessional staff. Do not expect us to come and spend our money with someone who behaves this way. We prefer people with manners, good customer service and politeness to what you just delivered.
Written 27 September 2023
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Deborah S
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Friends
An interesting place to visit. Friendly and knowledgeable guide. Lovely setting and cafe. Good food reasonably priced. Well worth a visit
Written 6 September 2023
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Thank you so much for leaving us this lovely review and for visiting the Mill. We are very lucky to have such a great team working in our cafe and as guides.
Written 13 September 2023
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Sue W
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Really enjoyed our trip to the Silk Mill. It’s was so interesting to hear about the process of making and weaving the silk.
The volunteer guides were full of interesting information and always willing to answer questions. They really made the whole experience.
The setting is beautiful especially on a lovely sunny day. The cafe food and drink was good and reasonably priced.
I’d throughly recommend a visit.
The volunteer guides were full of interesting information and always willing to answer questions. They really made the whole experience.
The setting is beautiful especially on a lovely sunny day. The cafe food and drink was good and reasonably priced.
I’d throughly recommend a visit.
Written 1 September 2023
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Thank you for leaving us this lovely review and visiting the Mill. The volunteer guides and stewards are excellent, and they really delight every visitor they show around the Mill
Written 13 September 2023
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Judith W
1 contribution
Mar 2023
I really enjoyed the location and ambience. Nice cafe and very interesting history. I enjoyed seeing the very old looms and watching the fabrics being made.
Written 23 August 2023
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Thank you so much for visiting the Mill and leaving this lovely review. It is appreciated.
Written 24 August 2023
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johnedicks
Andover, UK2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Very interesting history about the Mill & a pretty location. Well worth visiting. Parking not the easiest but free.
Written 22 August 2023
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Thank you John, for your visit and for leaving us a review. Leaving reviews is really helpful as we love to know that our visitors have enjoyed their visit. The car parks in Whitchurch have now reverted to all be free of charge, the main car park in the town was until recently charging. This caused everyone to park in the Winchester Street Car Park. Now that they are all free it has helped spread the parking around the town.
Here is a link to our getting here page which includes all the car parks if you find the one next to us full again. They are all free and within a few minutes walk of the Mill. https://whitchurchsilkmill.org.uk/getting-here/
Written 22 August 2023
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Susan A
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Friends
Went for a day out with friends. Can't say that I was that impressed.
It is a beautiful setting,but for me not really value for money.
Yes we saw all of the machinery,but it was all very quiet .
Would have liked to see someone working something, instead of having to read everything.
The couple of videos were interesting.
We were in and out in less than 2hrs.
Very disappointed
It is a beautiful setting,but for me not really value for money.
Yes we saw all of the machinery,but it was all very quiet .
Would have liked to see someone working something, instead of having to read everything.
The couple of videos were interesting.
We were in and out in less than 2hrs.
Very disappointed
Written 21 August 2023
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Thank you so much for visiting the Mill and leaving us a review. As a museum not all our machinery is working all the time, and it very much depends on where our weavers are working as to what you will see working. We also have volunteer stewards who give visitors guided tours. We are looking for more volunteers to steward to cover more of our opening hours as I agree it does make the visit more meaningful,
Written 22 August 2023
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Michaela K
2,227 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The mill was lovely and especially the role play area for children.
I think the 10£ are a bit overpriced though, the town is nice to walk around too
I think the 10£ are a bit overpriced though, the town is nice to walk around too
Written 14 August 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review your visit with us.
We are delighted you tried and enjoyed the Whitchurch Play Town experience, which is with us during the summer holidays and a walk around our lovely town too.
Written 14 August 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Whitchurch Silk Mill
- Whitchurch Silk Mill is open:
- Tue - Sun 10:30 - 17:00
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- Restaurants near Whitchurch Silk Mill:
- (0.10 mi) Kudos Coffee
- (0.09 mi) The Kings Arms
- (0.14 mi) Blue Ginger
- (0.07 mi) Riverside Cafe, Whitchurch Silk Mill
- (0.11 mi) The White Hart
- Attractions near Whitchurch Silk Mill:
- (0.01 mi) The Mill Trail
- (0.16 mi) The Bell Inn
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- (0.84 mi) Whitchurch Bus Stop Fence