Patterson's Spade Mill Guided Tour
Witness over 250 years of spade making history at the last water powered spade mill, in daily operation, in the UK.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join our Spade Makers for a guided tour of Patterson's Spade Mill.
Engage your senses and hear the hammers ring on the anvils, see the flames and feel the heat of traditional spade-making.
Guided tours vividly capture life during the Industrial Revolution and dig up the history and culture of the humble spade.
Find out the origins of the phrase 'a face as long as a Lurgan spade'. Spoiler alert: it's not what you think.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All National Trust Member | £0.00 |
| All Guided Tour | £8.50 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| National Trust Member | £0.00 |
| Guided Tour | £8.50 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children are welcome but must be supervised by an adult at all times.
- Meeting point
Patterson's Spade Mill welcome area.
- What to bring and wear
Dress appropriately for the weather to ensure comfort, parts of the tour are outside.
- Accessibility
Fully accessible
- Other
Normal Admission, Members Free
Upcoming events
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