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Heron Corn Mill Beetham Milnthorpe Lancs Water-powered corn mill, with attached grain dryer and water supply mechanism and launder. Late C18 or earlier, remodelled and enlarged C19, restored as a museum in 1975. Rubble stone, slobbered, with a slate roof laid to diminishing courses. PLAN: L-shaped complex with main mill range aligned parallel to the River Bela, and ancillary range at right angles to the north-west. EXTERIOR: River frontage to south-east with dressed stone plinth and semi circular arch-headed double doorway to lower level. 3 multi-pane upper floor windows with flat-arched heads. Wide south-east gable with timber launder leading from sluice gates with rack and pinion mechanisms. Narrow extension to north-west incorporates corn drying kiln with roof louvre. Single bay north-east elevation with a C20 window frame to each floor and a board door. INTERIOR: The restoration of the mill interior was completed in 1975, and contains a Lowder stone frame on the stone floor and complete associated machinery, driven by a 14ft overshot water wheel. Line shafting in the attic powers the sack hoist which raises grain to the highest part of the building, to be delivered by gravity onto the 4 pairs of millstones below. The roof structure is supported on trusses with curved knee braces to the principles. HISTORY: The mill site is thought to have had medieval origins, rights to erect and run a corn mill having been granted to the Canons of Coningshead in 1220. The present mill operated until 1955. A water-powered corn mill on a mill site established in 1220 and operated until 1955, with a complete and working interior, including a rare survival of a Lowder frame.
Heron Corn Mill Beetham Milnthorpe Lancs Water-powered corn mill, with attached grain dryer and water supply mechanism and launder. Late C18 or earlier, remodelled and enlarged C19, restored as a museum in 1975. Rubble stone, slobbered, with a slate roof laid to diminishing courses. PLAN: L-shaped complex with main mill range aligned parallel to the River Bela, and ancillary range at right angles to the north-west. EXTERIOR: River frontage to south-east with dressed stone plinth and semi circular arch-headed double doorway to lower level. 3 multi-pane upper floor windows with flat-arched heads. Wide south-east gable with timber launder leading from sluice gates with rack and pinion mechanisms. Narrow extension to north-west incorporates corn drying kiln with roof louvre. Single bay north-east elevation with a C20 window frame to each floor and a board door. INTERIOR: The restoration of the mill interior was completed in 1975, and contains a Lowder stone frame on the stone floor and complete associated machinery, driven by a 14ft overshot water wheel. Line shafting in the attic powers the sack hoist which raises grain to the highest part of the building, to be delivered by gravity onto the 4 pairs of millstones below. The roof structure is supported on trusses with curved knee braces to the principles. HISTORY: The mill site is thought to have had medieval origins, rights to erect and run a corn mill having been granted to the Canons of Coningshead in 1220. The present mill operated until 1955. A water-powered corn mill on a mill site established in 1220 and operated until 1955, with a complete and working interior, including a rare survival of a Lowder frame.
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St Michael and All Angels Church, Beetham
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Abandoned building. On the narrow lane from Holme to Beetham is this empty concrete structure with no discernible use. I imagine it might have been a telephone exchange or similar, but I'm open to alternative suggestions.
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The Tavern

The Tavern

4 out of 5
The Tavern Milnthorpe England
The price is P3,805 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
P3,805
P4,566 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milnthorpe. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park and Fairy Steps ...
9/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
This was our second stay at The Tavern and we will most definitely return. The rooms are beautifully decorated and have all the amenities available. This time we stayed in the room with the amazing bath. Sadly we didn’t have chance to use it as only stayed for one night. The breakfast is wonderful ...

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

The Tavern
Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is P10,304 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P10,304
P12,365 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,226 reviews)
We arrived at the hotel and were greeted by the loveliest staff! We were then kindly given an upgrade from a snug room to a superior double with lake views which absolutely made our stay! Such a king gesture. This is our 5th time visiting we try to make it at least twice a year!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

4 out of 5
Caton Road Lancaster England
The price is P3,508 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P3,508
P4,209 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Yes I managed to get into the hotel room at about 10 am and had a swim in the morning the food is very good and all the staff are very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
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Pine Lake Resort

Pine Lake Resort

4 out of 5
Dock Acres Carnforth England
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,432 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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Thurnham Hall Resort

Thurnham Hall Resort

4 out of 5
A588 Lancaster England
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,099 reviews)
The 1 bedroom apartment was huge with two bathrooms, a great view and very large comfortable bed and spotless

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Thurnham Hall Resort
Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

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