Steam engines will roar back to life and Easter treats will be up for grabs as a historic working mill prepares to throw open its doors for a family day out.
A special Easter Steam Day will take place at Coldharbour Mill, offering visitors the chance to explore one of the country’s best preserved 18th century textile mills while enjoying a programme of seasonal activities.
The event is scheduled for Monday, April 6, between 10.30am and 4pm, with the steam complex operating until 3pm. Visitors will be able to see machinery in action on the factory floor, where traditional spinning and weaving techniques are still used to produce yarns and textiles.
The site, which has been in continuous production since the 1790s, also tells the story of the industrial revolution and the Fox family, including their contribution during the First World War.
Alongside the working machinery, the day will feature an artist exhibition and the Millennium Screen, as well as family-focused activities. These include an inflatable Easter egg hunt, a visit from the Easter Bunny and free bunny ears for children on arrival.
Live music will be staged throughout the day, while vintage tractors and steam engines will be on display. Visitors can also purchase refreshments, including ice cream, and take part in face painting.
The Grist Mill café will be open, serving light lunches, cakes and afternoon teas, while the Mill Shop will offer yarns, textiles and locally produced gifts.
Organisers say the site is accessible across all levels for wheelchair users and pushchairs, with a free car park available nearby.
Coldharbour Mill is located near Uffculme, around five minutes from junction 27 of the M5. Visitors are advised to follow brown signs to the Working Wool Museum.
More information, including entry fees, is available at www.coldharbourmill.org.uk/whatson.
