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Stott Park Bobbin Mill, Ulverston

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See industry from a bygone age at Stott Park Bobbin Mill, the only working bobbin mill left in the Lake District. Nestled on the lakeshore, this typical Cumbrian mill from 1835 has retained its Victorian appearance. Take a guided tour to bring the story of the mill to life. A hands-on exhibit and dressing up for children allow visitors to imagine what it was like to produce hundreds of thousands of bobbins a week in arduous conditions. Don't forget to take a bobbin home as a souvenir. Plan your Stott Park Bobbin Mill visit and explore what else you can see and do in Ulverston using our Ulverston trip itinerary tool.
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Stott Park Bobbin Mill reviews

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  • The guided tour around this Mill was excellent and really explained all the elements of the production process to produce the essential bobbins used to allow supply threads to the Victorian markets... 
    The guided tour around this Mill was excellent and really explained all the elements of the production process to produce the essential bobbins used to allow supply threads to the Victorian markets...  more »
  • Lots of parking and picnic benches. No cafe but hot and cold drinks and snacks available. Knowledgeable guide. We learnt a lot! 
    Lots of parking and picnic benches. No cafe but hot and cold drinks and snacks available. Knowledgeable guide. We learnt a lot!  more »
  • Thought this was going to be a tad dull, how wrong could I have been. We were escorted by a young lady named Harriet and she could not have been more enthusiastic and full of information. One of... 
    Thought this was going to be a tad dull, how wrong could I have been. We were escorted by a young lady named Harriet and she could not have been more enthusiastic and full of information. One of...  more »
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  • Brilliant! Make sure you don't miss the tour. The lady giving the tour was very knowledgeable and friendly. Explained the whole bobbin making process, even made some bobbins and gave to the kids. Great and unique English Heritage site
  • Visit to the Bobbin Mill was very interesting and informative. You get a guided tour that is fascinating. Both guides are extremely friendly ; with a special shout out to our guide Margaret who was excellent and was very patient with my questions. Definitely recommend!!!
  • Brilliantly fascinating place. Brilliant tour. Would love to have seen the steam engine running. Lovely walk towards the Higher Dam after. What a lovely place to spend a couple of hours ... even in the pouring rain
  • The last surviving bobbin Mill in Cumbria if not in England and it still works. The factory is powered by an electric motor except on Bank Holidays then the steam power is brought into play. A fascinating place really well worth the visit. There are 2 small car parks next to the Mill and a much larger carpar a short distance alone the lane. There's also a nice walk to the High Dam, a very scenic spot where you can walk around the lake and/or go swimming.
  • Wasn’t open when I went but I had a walk around and checked it out. There’s a gate with a path to take you around the whole place and a few interesting places along the way. There’s a wood carving shed and a waterfall. Definitely something for the family but good for a walk! Will check it out when I can 👍🏻

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