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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

Leaflet/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

05/10/2026

Thank you!

Newmills Corn & Flax Mills is now closed for the 2026 season.

Thank you to everyone who visited us over the season. We loved welcoming you all.

A special thank you to our wonderful guides and maintenance staff, for all your hard work and dedication.

We look forward to doing it all again next year!

For enquiries or bookings for 2027 please email [email protected]

03/10/2026

Come and visit us before we close for the season

We are open this weekend from 10am - 6pm.
The last admission is at 5.15pm.

Free Admission - Free Guided Tours

17/09/2026

Love Donegal Day:

Donegal a county rich in culture, history, tradition and community.

22/08/2026

Its the last weekend of Heritage Week!

Why don't you visit us at Newmills Corn & Flax Mills - join us for a free guided tour and learn all about this fascinating site.

We are open from 10am - 6pm. The last admission is at 5.15pm.

Free Admission ● Free Guided Tours
We are just ten minutes from Letterkenny Town.

All welcome

18/08/2026

National Heritage Week at Newmills Corn & Flax Mills.

We would love to welcome you to a fascinating series of free talks delivered by our incredible guides

Wednesday 19th - 2.00pm

Battle of Scarrifholis

Join Tony tomorrow Wednesday and let him take you on a journey through the local area's rich history and the pivotal role Newmills played in the Battle of Scarrifholis of 1650.

Thursday 20th - 2pm

Archaeology of Newmills
Join Aimee and step back in time at Newmills Corn and Flax Mills for an archaeological tour, where you will learn the deep and layered histories of settlement, industry and community by the River Swilly

Friday 21st - 2pm - People of Newmills

Join Emma and hear stories of everyday life and the significant people that had a fundamental relationships and roles within these historic mills

Saturday 22nd - 2pm.
Restoration and conservation of Newmills Corn & Flax Mills.

Join Mark and explore how the OPW carefully restored and conserved the Newmills Corn and Flax Mills, and the challenges of preserving one of Ireland's most important surviving industrial sited.

All talks are free and no booking is required.
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11/08/2026

Lights! Camera! Action!

We were delighted to welcome TV presenter, Joe Mahon and crew from the UTV programme Mahon's Way to New Mills Corn & Flax Mills on Monday.

They spent the day filming a segment for a very special programme, telling the fascinating story of Newmills Corn and Flax Mills.

The programme with be shown next year.

A huge thank you to our wonderful guides.
We always knew you were stars!

If you haven't yet visited Newmills Corn and Flax Mills - we are open everyday from 10am - 6pm. Last admission 5.15pm.

Free Admission - Free Guided Tours - Free Parking.

A warm welcome awaits.
Photo credit: Tony

31/07/2026

Bank Holiday Vibes!

Looking for something different to do this bank holiday weekend.

Why don't you bring your family to Newmills Corn and Flax Mills? Discover the fascinating history behind this amazing place.

We are open 7 days from 10am - 6pm daily - last admission is at 5.15pm.

Free Admission & Free Guided Tours.

We would love to see you!
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14/07/2026

Did you know that Newmills Corn & Flax Mills is on the local link bus route?

Another great reason to visit us.

We are open daily from 10 am to 6 pm
Last Admission 5.15pm.
Free Admission & Free Guided Tours

We would love to welcome you 😊
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08/07/2026

Why don't you make the most of the beautiful weather and visit us at Newmills Corn and Flax Mills. We are open every day from 10.00am to 6.00pm. The last admission is at 5.15pm.

Free Admission
Free Guided Tours

A very warm welcome awaits.
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13/05/2026

We are delighted to announce that we will reopen for the season on Saturday, the 16th of May.

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

Free Admission & Free Guided Tours

If you require any further information or bookings, please email [email protected]

A very warm welcome awaits
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Address

Churchill Road
Letterkenny
DONEGAL

Telephone

+353749125115

Website

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

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