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Quarry Bank
One of Britain’s Greatest Industrial Heritage Sites
by Jacqui Priestley
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Quarry Bank Mill, is one of the best-preserved textile mills of the Industrial Revolution. Established in 1784 by Samuel Greg, the mill harnessed the power of the River Bollin to drive its machinery, marking a significant development in the use of water power for industrial manufacturing.
The mill initially focused on cotton spinning and later expanded into weaving, employing a large workforce, including children, who lived in the adjacent apprentice house under strict conditions.
Quarry Bank Mill is notable for its role in the advancement of industrial technology and labour practices. The mill’s operation relied on innovations such as the water frame and later steam engines, reflecting the technological progress of the era. Today, the site is managed by the National Trust and functions as a museum, offering visitors insights into 18th and 19th-century industrial life.
The estate also includes a working mill, gardens, a glasshouse, and the Quarry Bank House, the former home of the Greg family. Through interactive exhibits and preserved machinery, Quarry Bank Mill provides a vivid depiction of the industrial heritage of the region and the significant social and economic changes of the period.
Family Friendly Days Out
Quarry Bank is the perfect place for a family adventure!
Plan your day out and discover the many things to do and see, and all the events to take part in on your visit too.
Saturday 20 July - Monday 2 September 2024
Come rain or shine we’ve got so much fun for your little ones to enjoy this summer. Whether you’ve got an hour to kill or a whole day to fill.
The Meadow will be bursting with fun activities, and you can journey into the Mill to get creative with crafts and dressing up in the Learning Space.
For further information, visit the National Trust website and search for “Quarry Bank”
01625 527468 quarrybank@nationaltrust.org.uk
