Welcome to Farfield Mill Arts & Heritage Centre
Nestling between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, and in the shadow of the glorious Howgill fells, a rescued Farfield Mill opened its doors in April 2001 to an exciting new life as an arts and heritage centre, providing access to high-quality art and crafts and a wealth of history.
This followed extensive refurbishment after Farfield ceased production as a woollen mill in the early 1990s after 156 years of textile production. The Centre is now a favourite visitor attraction for those visiting Sedbergh, the Lakes and the Dales.
"Smashing! Just wonderful." Julie Dunne, Market Harborough
"Just shows what a local community can achieve." Fitzpatricks, Edinburgh/Windermere
"A very inspiring venue. Thanks for saving it!" Norma Lund, Halifax, West Yorkshire
What to See...
There’s a wonderful range of high-quality art and crafts and fascinating heritage to discover at the Mill, situated across four levels of this restored Victorian woollen mill. So take your time to browse through this quick 'virtual' tour:
Level 1: Water Turbine ● Dobcross Power Looms & Warping Mill (master weaver at weekends) ● Rough Fell Sheep Video & Display ● Weavers Café, with outside seating area ● Toilets
Level 2: Artist’s Workshop ● Heritage Displays ● Terrible Knitters of Dent Video ● Exhibitions ● Toilet
Level 3: Main Reception ● Farfield Artists’ Gallery ● Artists’ Studios ● Art & Craft Gallery ● The Mill Shop ● Farfield Rugs & Throws ● Exhibition ● Toilet
Level 4: Artists’ Studios ● Collection of Floor & Table Looms ● Demonstration Area (weekdays) ● Art & Craft Gallery ● Avril’s Books ● Exhibition ● Toilet
"Well worth a visit; a super day looking at real craftspeople's work." Thompson Family, Emsworth, West Sussex
Visit us soon
We look forward to meeting you and offering you a warm welcome when you visit. To date people have visited us from Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, USA and Europe. Some visitors come again and again! So visit us soon for a relaxing and inspiring experience.
"As always, inspirational." Amy Clark, Kendal
"As ever, superb exhibits." A Barlow, Plymouth
"Farfield Mill is a hidden gem and I am really enjoying relaxing during this visit. Well worth a repeat visit." S Ginross, Cheadle
Group Bookings
We also cater for large groups. Up to 45 people can be accommodated with prior booking.
We can arrange a guided tour of the Mill and lunch in our fabulous cafe.
Please call Sandra on 015396 21505 for more details or to book a group visit. Alternatively to email Sandra click here.
"A most enjoyable visit and lunch." B Shaw, FFP Group, Blackpool
