Barry Mill

Barry, United Kingdom

Barry Mill is a working Category A listed watermill in Barry, Angus. It is owned and operated by the National Trust for Scotland as an educational tourist attraction. It is a three floor building, containing a meal floor (basement), a milling floor and a top (or 'bin floor'). A site for several mills since at least 1539, Barry Mill was commercially operational until 1984; it was then restored, and has been operated by the Trust since 1992.

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    Mill Road, Barry, United Kingdom
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    Founded: 1539
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    4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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    User Reviews

    GRAHAM RAMSAY (3 months ago)
    Perfect place to walk the dog and teach the grandson some history at the same time
    Adam Hutton (3 months ago)
    Really enjoyed our visit to the Barry Mill, Mike was very knowledgeable and showed us how the mill operated. The mill and equipment was in great condition. Took out the national trust membership at this location. All in all, an outstanding experience.
    Iain Mitchell (3 months ago)
    We were extremely lucky yesterday. When we visited the mill it was officially closed, but the wonderful couple new to the Mill were really friendly and gave us a most interesting and informative tour.It was overshadowed in our dogs' opinion by the fantastic woodland walks around the Barry Burn and water channels. Much splooshing ensued! A number of picnic tables beside the burn just make for a lovely day out. Thank you for your time and enthusiasm.
    Kathleen Beaty (3 months ago)
    Lovely visit to Barry Mill with a peaceful walk to the weir which was well worth a walk and only took about 15 minutes to walk there with picturesque views along the way - Covid restrictions were well adhered to and the lady who greeted us in the reception shop was very knowledgeable about the Mill and area, giving a very friendly reception to everyone who visited the shop and mill. It is well worth the visit .
    G Di Bella (4 months ago)
    A travel back in time on rural Scotland
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