Newmills Corn and Flax Mills
The visitor to Newmills can experience the pleasure of seeing one of the largest waterwheels in Ireland in action as it drives the machinery of the corn mill.
The oldest surviving building here is said to be 400 years old. Indeed, the whole complex is an interesting reminder of a stage in the industrial development of this country which has now given way to a more sophisticated, but usually far less fascinating technology. Location: 5km outside Letterkenny off Churchill Road. Guided Tours: Available on request; Max. No: 15-20; Duration: 45 minutes
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25/08/2024
Best wishes to everyone taking part in the Donegal Half Marathon this morning from all of us at Newmills Corn & Flax Mills!
We are open all day if you need a break!
09/08/2024
Looking for something to do this weekend?
Why don't you visit Newmills Corn & Flax.
We are open every day from 10 am to 6.00pm daily ( last admission 5.15pm)
FREE ADMISSION
A warm welcome awaits
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01/08/2024
August Opening Hours: Open every day from 10 am to 6.00pm daily.
Last Admission is at 5.15pm
Guided Tours available daily
Free Admission
All welcome
21/07/2024
It was lovely to welcome the Diver family, originally from Drumoghill. Who travelled from Washington, Dublin, & Donegal to visit Newmills earlier today.
Their family had a long association with the mill. It was wonderful to hear their memories.
If you or a family member have an association with Newmills, we would love to hear from you.
Please email [email protected] or telephone 074 91 25115.
We are open 7 days from 10 am to 6.00pm
(last admission is at 5.15pm)
FREE ADMISSION
A very warm welcome awaits
Photo credit: Tony McHugh
&Flaxmills
16/07/2024
Looking for something different to do during the summer holidays? Why don't you come and visit Newmills Corn & Flax Mills?
We would love to see you! Open every day from 10 am to 6.00pm (last admission 5.15pm)
Free Admission & Free Guided Tours
For group bookings or more information, please email [email protected]
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02/07/2024
The triumph car club called in to Newmills on their annual car run.
For more information on bringing a group to visit please email [email protected]
A very warm welcome awaits...
28/06/2024
We are delighted to announce that Newmills Corn & Flax Mills re-opens for the season on Monday, the 1st of July.
Open 7 days a week - 10 am to 6.00pm daily (last admission is 5.15pm)
● Free Admission
● Free Guided Tours
We look forward to welcoming you!
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How would you like to work at a guide this summer in Newmills Corn & Flax Mills?
We are now recruiting Full Time- Fixed Term Guides at select OPW heritage sites nationwide
Our Guides represent the public face of the OPW, showcasing Ireland’s most important heritage attractions. The Guide Service plays a vital role in conserving and presenting heritage sites and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of the visitors. It is a rewarding and enjoyable job for those who enjoy sharing their expertise and enthusiasm with others.
Full-time contracts on offer vary from 3 to 9 months in duration.
Please share & tag anyone who might be interested. Thank you
📌Apply now on our website - https://heritageireland.ie/seasonal-guides/
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00pm on 14 May 2024
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02/12/2023
How would you like to work as a guide in Newmills Corn & Flax Mills next summer?
Apply Online - Full Time Fixed Term Guide Contracts for 2024. Closing date 5pm on 5th Dec. 2023. Please share & tag ... thank you
https://heritageireland.ie/about/recruitment-competitions/
opportunities
17/11/2023
We are now recruiting Fixed-Term Guides at OPW heritage sites nationwide.
Our Guides represent the public face of the OPW, showcasing Ireland’s most important heritage attractions. From prehistoric passage tombs to medieval castles, and early Christian monuments to stately homes and magnificent gardens, there is a site for every interest. The Guide Service plays a vital role in conserving and presenting heritage sites and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of the visitors.
Heritage guides provide unique and memorable experiences for visitors from all over the world. It is a rewarding and enjoyable job for those who enjoy sharing their expertise and enthusiasm with others.
Full-time contracts on offer vary from 3 to 9 months in duration.
Apply now: https://heritageireland.ie/about/recruitment-competitions/
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00pm on Tuesday 5 December 2023.
The very best of luck!
Recruitment Competitions | Heritage Ireland The Office of Public Works is recruiting Seasonal Guides/ Information Officers.
15/11/2023
Discover an opportunity that brings Ireland’s vibrant history and heritage to life for people from all around the world. The OPW - Office of Public Works is proud to announce that recruitment for the 2024 season has opened. Join the amazing team of guides and be a part of something special. These seasonal positions are full-time and last from 3-9 months. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity.
Head to https://heritageireland.pulse.ly/hcdsk28sgg and apply now. Showcase your skills and knowledge whilst educating and inspiring others.
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04/10/2023
It's a wrap!
Newmills Corn & Mills is now closed for the season.
A huge thank you to everyone who visited us over the last number of months, we had the best summer. It was an absolute pleasure to welcome many local, national, and international visitors to our site.
A very special thank you to our wonderful guides, Tony, Sarah, Aimee, Genevieve, and Clodagh, who shared their incredible knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm with us. Many thanks also to John for all his help.
We look forward to welcoming you again in 2024
Slán go fóill!
03/10/2023
Come and say hello before we close! Tomorrow, Wednesday, the 4th of October, is our final day of the 2023 season.
We are open from 10 am to 6.00pm.
A very warm welcome awaits ☺️
30/09/2023
If you haven't yet visited Newmills Corn & Flax Mills , then tomorrow, Sunday, the 1st of October, is the perfect day to it! We are open from 10 am - 6 pm. The last admission is at 5.15pm . Free Guided Tours
We close for the 2023 season this Wednesday, the 4th of October.
A very warm welcome awaits
Please note that we are closed on Monday
19/09/2023
We were delighted to welcome 55 visitors from Rudolstadt, Germany, to Newmills Corn & Flax Mills recently. The group was led by the Mayor of Rudolstadt. They very much enjoyed their visit. Rudolstadt is twinned
with Letterkenny.
We are open every day except Mondays from 10am - 6pm daily. Last Admission 5.15pm.
Free admission and free guided tours
A very warm welcome awaits.
15/09/2023
A huge thank you to Chris Craig from Eglinton, who very kindly donated the wonderful photos he captured of John Thompson & family. These beautiful photos will bring back many memories of days spent working in the fields, cutting corn, and the well-earned tea break!
Chris Craig is pictured below presenting his photos to OPW guide Tony. Thank you also to John Thompson & family.
14/09/2023
The beauty of Newmills Corn & Flax Mills in the early evening.
09/09/2023
Our guides look forward to welcoming you to Newmills Corn & Flax Mills. Come and learn all about the fascinating history of this amazing site.
We are open every day except Mondays from 10 am to 6 pm. Last Admission 5.15pm
Free admission and free guided tours
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05/09/2023
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of the month : Free admission to nearly 40 sites across the country ... come and enjoy a wonderful tour of Newmills Corn & Flax Mills. We are open from 10 am - 6 pm. Last Admission 5.15pm
30/08/2023
We were delighted to welcome the chairman of the Office of Public Works
Maurice Buckley to Newmills Corn & Flax Mills this morning.
The chairman is pictured with staff members
&flaxmills
28/08/2023
Cutting the corn
We just had to share these wonderful photos of harvest time in Donegal taken by Seamus Farrell. Farmers would have brought their corn and flax to Newmills to be processed.
Come and learn all about Donegal's industrial heritage and marvel at the power of the mill wheels in action.
We are open every day except Mondays from 10 am to 6 pm. Last admission at 5.15pm
Free admission and guided tours.
Please share - a warm welcome awaits.
Photo credit: Seamus Farrell
25/08/2023
Why not make the most of the last weekend in August and visit Newmills Corn & Flax Mills
We are open from 10 am to 6.00pm.
Free admission and free guided tours.
A very warm welcome awaits ☺️
11/08/2023
We couldn't resist sharing these beautiful photos of cornfields taken recently around Donegal.
In years gone by, farmers would have brought their harvested crops to Newmills Corn and Flax Mills.
Work at the mills went on year round from late summer to May the following year grinding oats, barley and Flax.
We are open every day except Monday from 10.00am to 6.00pm. Free Admission.
A very warm welcome awaits. Please share!
Thank you, Martin, for the photos 📸
09/08/2023
Newmills Corn and Flax Mills are open from 10.00am - 6.00pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Free Admission & Free Guided Tours
We would love to see you!
Thanks to Tony for the photo
01/08/2023
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of the month, which means free admission to nearly 40 heritage sites across the country.
We are open from 10 am - 6.00pm
Last Admission 5.15pm
Free Admission
31/07/2023
It's the perfect week to visit Newmills Corn & Flax Mills. Open 6 days a week (closed Monday only) 10am - 6pm - last Admission 5.15pm. Free Admission & Free Guided Tours.
We would love to see you.
Please share - thank you 😊
27/07/2023
Have you visited Newmills Corn & Flax Mill recently?
This popular site is just outside. Letterkenny is free to visit and is open every day except Monday, open from 10am - 6pm. Last Admission 5.15pm
Major improvements works have been carried out by the OPW with the carpark area resurfaced and realigned and can now accommodate cars and buses.
Work has also been carried out on the walkway, which leads from the car park to the centre, and is now wheel-chair accessible
The water wheel has been fully restored and is operating again.
Why don't you come and see for yourself?
A warm welcome awaits.
Please share - thank you
It's a perfect day to visit a heritage site!
Newmills Corn & Flax Mills is open today. Guided tours are available from 10.00am to 5.15pm . Free Admission
We look forward to welcoming you.
Please share - thank you 😊
Thanks to Tony for the video.
11/07/2023
Did you know that Newmills Corn & Flax Mills is free to visit ? We are open every day except Monday from 10.00am - 6.00pm daily
Last Admission 5.15pm - a very warm welcome awaits. Please share. Thank you
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