Skerries is a small Irish coastal town 30 km north of Dublin. It is home to two windmills and a water mill. This unique collection of mills makes it a must-see tourist attraction for visitors to Dublin and the surrounding area!
Skerries boasts 3 exceptional, fully restored windmills dating back to the 16th century. The visit to these mills is quite pleasant. A real opportunity for visitors to discover Irish industrial history from the 16th, 18th and 19th centuries. An opportunity to learn more about the world of flour milling and the processes involved in making flour and cereals!
The mill has 5 wings, and reaches a height of 15 metres. Inside, it’s packed with special tools and instruments, including grinders, sieves, blowers and a bag lifter.
It was the oldest of the 3 Skerries mills! It was built on the ruins of an ancient prehistoric fort. Magnificent, it overlooks the city. Inside, you’ll be able to admire the cogs and other mechanisms that drive the grinding wheel.
The Skerries water mill is an opportunity to explore the power of water to replace wind in the grinding action. This authentic mill features a large wooden wheel driven by water.
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