Viewpoints · North West England
Nab Gill Iron Mine
In or near Boot.
Nab Gill Iron Mine is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
Peter Trimming — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Dalegarth · 0.5 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Nab Gill Iron Mine is a named viewpoint in North-West England, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Barrow and Furness parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Dalegarth, about 0.5 km away. Postcode area CA19.
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Official information
Eskdale Mill is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District, showcasing 500 years of history and traditional milling techniques. Visitors can explore the original machinery, learn about hydro-electric generation, and enjoy interactive activities suitable for all ages. The mill is set in a picturesque location, offering nature trails and peaceful picnic spots.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Nab Gill Mine SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Nab Gill Iron Mine is a viewpoint located in Eskdale, North-West England, postcode CA19. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its geological significance.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4001, -3.2727
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Eskdale
- Postcode
- CA19 1TG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Barrow and Furness
- Phone
- 01946 723335
- Nearest railway station
- Dalegarth — 0.5 km
- Opening
- April – October: Open Sundays – Thursdays, 10.30am-4.30pm; closed most Fridays and Saturdays. November – March: Open during school holidays only, 11am-3.30pm.
- Official site
- www.eskdalemill.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n4541300472 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Nab Gill Iron Mine?
- Nab Gill Iron Mine is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA19 1TG), in the parish of Eskdale.
- What is Nab Gill Iron Mine?
- Nab Gill Iron Mine is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Nab Gill Iron Mine?
- The nearest railway station is Dalegarth, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA19 1TG.
- Is Nab Gill Iron Mine a protected site?
- Yes — Nab Gill Iron Mine is part of the Nab Gill Mine SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Nab Gill Iron Mine free to visit?
- Yes, Nab Gill Iron Mine is free to enter.
- How do I get to Nab Gill Iron Mine?
- The nearest railway station is Dalegarth, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA19 1TG.