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Poster Competition – new closing date!

Like many heritage organisations we are facing hard times due to the effect of Covid-19, and we need you to help us fundraise for the Mill. We have just launched a poster competition for kids of all ages to design us a poster to be the face of our fundraising campaign, and we would love […]

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Extension to Annual Passes, Friends Membership, Family Passes and Complimentary Tickets

On Friday 20th March closed the Mill to protect our team and everyone who visits or lives around the Mill. The latest advice makes it clear that we will not be able to re-open as quickly as we originally hoped. To make up for this, we will extend all our Friends memberships, Annual Passes, Family […]

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Testbourne Photography Students see the Mill in a New Light

We were really pleased to welcome a group of GCSE photography students from Testbourne Community School to the Mill. They recorded the first day of the Winter Lights illuminations. While here, they took a fantastic array of photographs of which a selection are on display around the Mill until the end of Februay half term […]

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See the Mill in a new light this January!

The Mill and its gardens will glisten and sparkle this January with an all new magical, after dark illuminated trail. The Mill will be transformed by spectacular installations, leaving the dark winter evenings aglow. This is a first for the Mill as it features dazzling light artworks, installations and an illuminated trail. Normally this quiet […]

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Ways to enjoy the River Test in and around Whitchurch Silk Mill #5

Discover the power of the river Discover how the river drove the Mill’s machinery. The waterwheel runs when the Mill is open so you can see with your own eyes how, even today, it powers some of the Victorian machinery we use to make silk. These fabrics are for sale in our shop, for film […]

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Ways to enjoy the River Test in and around Whitchurch Silk Mill #4

Take some “me time”. The “Blue Mind” concept says that proximity to water benefits our mind and body. This makes the Mill, sitting as it does on Frog Island surrounded by the river, the ideal spot to improve a sense of well-being and happiness. In the summer you can enjoy the outdoors, immersed in the […]

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Ways to enjoy the River Test in and around Whitchurch Silk Mill #2

Be inspired by our river-related events and exhibitions. Throughout the year there is always something new happening to get your creative juices flowing. This summer we hosted open-air Shakespeare productions alongside the river, and even our friendly ducks took an interest. Our younger visitors had fun learning new crafts at our Make & Take Summer […]

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The River Test’s Journey

The River Test’s Journey exhibition opens on Saturday 7th September 2019. Painter Pete Gilbert and photographer Hugh Lohan, whose artistic collaboration began in 2006, continue their exploration of the River Test in this not-to-be-missed exhibition. Following their recent, sell-out, exhibition at Romsey’s Rum’s Egg Gallery: A Tribute to the River Test, their journey continues here. […]

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Ways to enjoy the River Test #1

Enjoy time with family and friends down by the River! The Mill is the perfect place to visit with family and friends. Little ones can follow the “nature trail” and then do a “mouse hunt” in the Mill. We always have healthy food to feed our ducks too. The riverside café offers food for all […]

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Enjoy the Mill Trail

Take a gentle walk along part of the Test Valley, nationally renowned for its fly fishing and its crystal clear waters. The Trail is an attractive circular walk of up to seven miles (there are shorter circuits). Look out for the blue arrows and panels located at key points. There may be livestock grazing in […]

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