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The visitor to Newmills can experience the pleasure of seeing one of the largest waterwheels in Ireland in action as it drives the machinery of the corn mill.

The oldest surviving building here is said to be 400 years old. Indeed, the whole complex is an interesting reminder of a stage in the industrial development of this country which has now given way to a more sophisticated, but usually far less fascinating technology. Location: 5km outside Letterkenny off Churchill Road. Guided Tours: Available on request; Max. No: 15-20; Duration: 45 minutes

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let/Guide Booklet: English/Irish/French/German/Italian

Photography Allowed: Yes. Commercial photography requires permission

Audio Visual Presentaion: "Newmills"; Seating: 20; Duration: 17 minutes; Languages: English

Comórtas Dathúcháin mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaelige.🎨Glac griangraf de d’iontráil agus seol chuig heritagemarketing@o...

01/03/2026

Comórtas Dathúcháin mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaelige.🎨
Glac griangraf de d’iontráil agus seol chuig [email protected] é.
Dáta deiridh le haghaidh iontrálacha 18/3/2026. Fógrófar na buaiteoirí ar 20/3/26 agus gheobhaidh siad turas saor in aisce dá rogha suíomh oidhreachta
🔗Tabhair cuairt ar heritageireland.ie le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais.

Colouring Competition to celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge 🎨
Take a photo of your entry and send it to [email protected].
Closing date for entries 18/3/2026. Winners will be announced on 20/3/26 and will receive a free trip to a heritage site of their choice.
🔗Visit heritageireland.ie for more information.

01/02/2026

Lá Fhéile Bríde / Saint Brigid's Day

Welcoming Imbolc – the first signs of spring
Imbolc marks a turning point in the Irish year — a time traditionally associated with renewal, light and the promise of spring. Celebrated from 1 February, it reflects our long-standing connection with the land, seasonal change and the natural world.

Across Ireland, the OPW cares for historic places and landscapes that have witnessed centuries of seasonal traditions like Imbolc, reminding us how deeply rooted these moments are in our shared heritage.

As the days slowly lengthen, we wish everyone a peaceful and hopeful Imbolc.

17/01/2026

The OPW are currently hiring seasonal tour guides at numerous sites nationwide. If you are passionate about history, heritage and storytelling apply today by visiting 🔎https://heritageireland.ie/recruitment/

OPW - Office of Public Works
📷 Fáilte Ireland

31/12/2025

Happy New Year from all of us in Newmills Corn & Flax Mills.

Photo credit: John

02/10/2025

Our 2025 season has come to an end!,

Newmills Corn and Flax Mills is now closed for the 2025 season. Thank you to everyone who visited us. It was truly wonderful to welcome you all.

A very special thank you to our incredible guides and to our maintenance staff.

We look forward to doing it all again next year! We are now taking group bookings for 2026. Please email [email protected]

26/09/2025

It's our final weekend of the 2025 season.

If you haven't yet visited us, then this is the perfect weekend to do it!

We are open from 10.00am to 6.00pm
The last admission is at 5.15pm

❤️ Free Admission
❤️ Free Guided Tours

Newmills Corn & Flax Mills close for the season on Wednesday the 1st of October

A very warm welcome awaits 😊

19/09/2025

Are you making plans for the weekend?

Newmills Corn and Flax Mills is open every day from 10 am to 6.00pm
The last admission is at 5.15pm

● Free Admission
● Free Guided Tours
● Free Parking
● Ten minutes from Letterkenny Town
● suitable for all the family

video credit: Kathleen

13/09/2025

Come and see this beautifully preserved mill and learn how flax was processed and grain was milled.

We are open every day until the end of September from 10 am to 6 pm
The last admission is at 5.15pm.

Free Admission & Free Guided Tours
A warm welcome awaits 😊
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26/08/2025

Did you know that Newmills Corn & Flax Mills is free to visit?

We are open 7 days a week from 10.00am to 6.00pm. Last Admission 5.15pm

A very warm welcome awaits 😊
Photo credit: Katie

17/08/2025

Are you looking for something to do today?

Why don't you visit Newmills Corn & Flax Mills and learn all about the fascinating history of the mill, the people who worked there, and how its products impacted the world.

☆Free Admission
☆Free Guided Tours
☆ Free Parking
☆ Open 7 days
☆ 10.00am to 6.00pm

A very warm welcome awaits

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☆Thank you

15/08/2025

If you're looking for a sign, this is it!

Newmills Corn & Flax Mills is open every day from 10 am to 6 pm.

●Free Admission ● Free Guided Tours
A warm welcome awaits!

Address

Churchill Road
Letterkenny
DONEGAL

Telephone

+353749125115

Website

https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/newmills-corn-and-flax-mills/

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