# Thwaite Watermill

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Thwaite Watermill, nestled on an island with beautiful riverside surroundings, is certainly one the final staying samples of a water powered mill in Britain! The opportunity that is very good explore an original little bit of the commercial heritage of Yorkshire, then take advantage of the lovely paths and waterside picnic areas to really make on a daily basis from it because of the kids!Step back in time whenever you enter Thwaite House, an excellent Georgian level II listed building that has been constantly the mill supervisors' home. It is often restored to its glory that is former now and contains exhibitions and displays that show just what it was like living on the island and employed in the mill without contemporary appliances, if not electricity!You can look at the engineer's workshop, where you can begin to see the gear which was utilized to fix the machinery and wheels on location. It is possible to experience the wheels in movement on a tour of the museum, if you're about to go to within the rainy season.Everyone will love visiting this eco friendly working watermill featuring its creaking waterwheels, surrounded by lush industries and woodlands which are perfect for wild birds, bumblebees and butterflies although they've been still prone to the odd flooding or 2, therefore check ahead. Perfect for a mini beast safari or a mini household hike, so wear shoes that are sensible keep your choices ready to accept expand your day out!

- Type: Experience
- Location: Leeds, Leeds, England
- Area guide: [Leeds](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/leeds)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/thwaite-watermill/, or call +441133782983
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-GRDxJ6yge-GG/thwaite-watermill

## Activities

- Museums and Art Galleries
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Family

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## Questions and answers

### Where is Thwaite Watermill?

Thwaite Watermill is in Leeds, Leeds.

### What activities does Thwaite Watermill offer?

Thwaite Watermill lists Museums and Art Galleries, Sightseeing and Attractions and Experience.

### What facilities does Thwaite Watermill have?

Thwaite Watermill lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near Thwaite Watermill?

Experiences listed near Thwaite Watermill on HolidayFox include TeamSport Indoor Karting Leeds, Middleton Railway, Royal Armouries Leeds, The Tetley and Temple Newsam.

### How do I book Thwaite Watermill?

Thwaite Watermill doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/thwaite-watermill/, or call +441133782983.


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