Built in the early 1700's to grind oats and wheat into meal, for the local population, the mill worked for approximately one hundred years and was then abandoned. In 1992, the derelect tower was acquired by Elphin Area Community Enterprise Ltd. and restored under a FAS Community Youth Training Scheme. Wind permitting, regular demonstrations are given. Unusual features are the thatched revolving roof and sails that are turned into the wind using cartwheels on a circular track and is now the only working windmill in the west of Ireland.

Opening Hours:
10:00am - 06:00pm
Guided tours given daily
Groups should book in advance
School tours welcome

Tel: 00 353 ( 7196 ) 35181 / 35270

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