Good Friday Special

Bring the kids to Heron Corn Mill for an enjoyable Easter Egg Hunt with some sweet rewards! Along with other food and craft stalls in the barn, we will also be selling freshly baked hot cross buns. Tours of the mill begin at 11am. Admission and tours are FREE.

Easter Egg Hunt runs on the hour from 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. £2.50 per child

Free entry

National Mills Weekend - Open Day

This special day invites history enthusiasts, families and curious visitors to experience a great day out. 

National Mills Weekend is a vibrant event in the UK, where hundreds of windmills and waternills open their doors to the public. For 2026, the theme is 'Mills in Time'. There's something for everyone with rural crafts and demonstrations on display, Iron Shepherds Living History Group, woodcraft demonstrations, basket and carving tuition and much more. Guided tours of the mill are on offer and wonderful fresh bread from the hut! Refreshments available for purchase.

Free entry

Mills on Air - A Celebration of Mills Everywhere!

Spend the day with members of the Morecambe Bay Amateur Radio Society (MBARS) on site, and find out how they establish connections with other mills in the UK, Europe and beyond. A fascinating day for all radio enthusiasts. 

Free entry

Heritage Open Day

Every September thousands of volunteers across Endgland organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It's your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences - all of which are FREE to explore. We'll have crafts, activities and refreshments - something for all the family! 

Free entry

Autumn Lunch in the Barn - Fundrasier!

Our wonderful bakers from Bread of Heron are throwing a beautiful Autumn Lunch in the barn. Bookings are necessary. Arrive between 12pm and 2pm for a hearty feast of seasonal soup, freshly baked bread, followed by a lovely bowl of fruit crumble with cream. Proceeds for Annual Christmas Party for older people in the community. £12.50pp

Milling Demos and Tours

Join Stuart the miller, Iain the mill guide, and our volunteers for a fascinating demonstration and tour, learning all about this historic water mill and how the stoneground wholemeal flour is produced. First Friday of each month!

Foodie Friday

First Friday of each month after the Milling Demonstrations and Tours, we will be holding the popular Foodie Friday, a mini-market with a range of freshly-milled flours and oats, freshly-baked breads, stalls selling savories, cakes, and quiches. 

Free entry

Heritage Walks

Whilst urgent repairs to the mill launder take place, you are invited to join Iain on these fascinating walks through the local landscapes, listen to stories filled with knowledge, folklore and myth! Medium terrain, good footwear a must. You will arrive back at the barn for Foodie Friday, in time to buy fresh bread, cakes and other goodies! £4.50 for adults, children are free!

Food for Thought

For dates, see Calendar

Food for Thought is aimed at teenagers (13-17 years) who may have limited access to social activities or have difficulties at school or making friends. This is a super little group who bake and cook together under the supervision of our lovely Bread of Heron bakers. 

Free - spaces limited

Booking essential by

Tel: 01539 564271 or

Email: info@heronmill.org
 

Crafternoons

For dates, see Calendar

Crafternoons is a drop-in workshop and social group, which is held once a month. The group is aimed at older people who want to bring their own craft projects, share and exchange ideas or have some help from Kerry with small textile crafts. Refreshments included! 

Free - spaces limited

Booking essential by

Tel: 01539 564271 or

Email: info@heronmill.org

Hands-On Bake

For dates, see Calendar

Baking workshops designed for people with dementia and their carers, also people with mobility issues and other disabilities. Katie and Linda offer a dedicated backing session, with one-to-one help where required. 

Free - spaces limited

Booking essential by

Tel: 01539 564271 or

Email: info@heronmill.org

Hands-On

Craft

For dates, see Calendar

Erika leads this relaxing textiles workshop for people with dementia and their carers, also people with mobility issues and other disabilities. With plenty of one-to-one tuition and assistance with weaving on 4-shaft looms. 

Free - Spaces limited

Booking essential by

Tel: 01539 564271 or

Email: info@heronmill.org