Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
When you first see Preston Mill, you might think you’ve taken a step back in time. With its curious Dutch-style conical roof, the mill is an architectural oddity that will intrigue visitors as much as it delights painters and photographers.
Preston Mill was used commercially until 1959 and was the region’s last working watermill. Guided tours reveal the gruelling nature of the miller’s work, which included heavy lifting and dealing with floods, mice, and dust.
Just across the River Tyne lies the unusual structure of Phantassie Doocot, built in the 16th century to house 500 pigeons.
Nestled within an idyllic location, the grounds surrounding Preston Mill offer access to several tranquil walks, where you can spot the locations featured in the hit TV series Outlander.
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When you first see Preston Mill, you might think you’ve taken a step back in time. With its curious Dutch-style conical roof, the mill is an architectural oddity that will intrigue visitors as much as it delights painters and photographers.
Preston Mill was used commercially until 1959 and was the region’s last working watermill. Guided tours reveal the gruelling nature of the miller’s work, which included heavy lifting and dealing with floods, mice, and dust.
Just across the River Tyne lies the unusual structure of Phantassie Doocot, built in the 16th century to house 500 pigeons.
Nestled within an idyllic location, the grounds surrounding Preston Mill offer access to several tranquil walks, where you can spot the locations featured in the hit TV series Outlander.
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