The creative heart of Lyme Regis
The Town Mill
This ancient watermill, set in the artisan quarter of Lyme Regis, was rescued from dereliction by local volunteers, through a ten-year restoration project and is now run as a small charitable trust.
Today, the unique and intriguing story of The Town Mill is recounted by our volunteer millers who mill stoneground wholemeal flour, and keep this special place open for everyone to enjoy.
Nestled around a cobbled courtyard, the restored mill buildings house a working watermill and mill shop, art gallery, as well as a selection of creative, artisan businesses.
Free Entry – Self Guided Mill Viewing
When the Mill is open, you are able to view inside and visit all three floors including the working waterwheel free of charge.
No need to book, come along to the Town Mill Shop & Mill entrance, located in our courtyard and one of our friendly volunteers will be on hand to welcome you for a look around!
The Mill’s regular opening times*:
Saturday 11.00 – 15.00
Sunday 11.00 – 13.30
Monday 11.00 – 15.00
Tuesday 11.00 – 15.00
Wednesday 11.00 – 15.00
Thursday 11.00 – 13.30
Friday 11.00 – 15.00
*Timings are subject to change.
The Malthouse Gallery is open for the 2025 Arts Programme.
News & Events
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Lyme Regis Town Mill Awarded Grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund
Lyme Regis Town Mill Trust are delighted to announce that their application for a grant of just over £127,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund has been successful. The grant, which is part of an almost £200,000 project, will enable the Trust to make a range of improvements, creating a sustainable future for this historic site. Click below to read full article
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Millfest at the Town Mill!
The weekend of May 24th, 25th & 26th will be one long celebration of the rich artisan and craft heritage which is an enduring story in this very special nook of Lyme Regis. With Town Mill boasting a thousand years of history, you can feel its rich heritage and traditions in the very fabric of the place!
This is a free to visit event - we’re looking forward to a family-friendly celebration and hope we’ve got something for everyone!
Full information here :
Volunteer at The Town Mill!
Businesses that call The Town Mill home
Lyme Regis Brewery
Brewery
Lyme Regis Brewery have been crafting award-winning artisan beers on the Jurassic Coast since 2010. The brand, founded in 2010, has established itself as a reputable micro-brewery here in our little corner of the country.
Molesworth & Bird
Artisan
Melanie Molesworth & Julia Bird have been friends for many years, sharing a love of nature and the outdoors, and have both been pressing seaweeds gathered near our homes. Inspired by these beautiful natural artworks, they are now offering limited-edition art prints of their pressings, as well as greetings cards, postcards, tea towels, cushions, enamelware and framed natural seaweed pressings.
Pottery
Artisan
Situated in what was the original stable block, The Town Mill Pottery retains much of its historic charm – no doubt because the art of pottery is a process even older than the mill itself and so lends itself to the space so beautifully.
Have a look at the range of artisan businesses that call the Town Mill their home.
