Our events programme for 2010 is as follows:-

Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th July 2010, 12-5pm both days

Tudor Festival

In 1596 the lease of the mill was taken over by Ursula Leche, of nearby Carden Hall. This weekend we will be reflecting the thriving atmosphere of the mill in Tudor times with a wide range of activities. Take a tour with a Tudor miller and see the ancient technology of the mill in action. Discover country cures and herbal remedies of the times, play period games and find out what Tudor country folk could have for dinner. The sergeant of the local militia will be on the lookout for vagabonds and troublemakers with offenders being placed in the stocks. 16th century music will be performed on a range of fascinating instruments by Richard and Elizabeth York. Simply relax and listen, or join in on percussion, or even learn a Tudor country dance. Admission is free this weekend.

Thursday 19th August 2010, 7.30pm start

The Miller's Tale - an evening entertainment at Stretton Watermill

Storyteller Tom Hughes explores the role of millers in folk tales, from Chaucer to the Brothers Grimm. Gathering in the atmospheric setting of the ancient mill, he will take you on a journey through the stories contrasting the images of cheats and misers to the idea of 'the jolly miller'. Our real millers, who are jolly of course, will then lead an informal trip around the working watermill. Tickets priced £6.50, includes storytelling, mill tour, drink and nibbles. Adults and children over 14 years only for this evening event.
Booking is essential for this event, call Cheshire West Museums on 01606 271640.

Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th September 2010, 1-5pm both days

Heritage Open Days

The mill will be joining in this national event, aiming to open the doors to free access to architectural and historic treasures. Take a tour to find out the story of the watermill through the ages. Admission is free this weekend.

Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th September 2010, 12-5pm both days

Victorian Harvest Weekend

Join the Stretton millers for the last open weekend of the year and help celebrate a Victorian style harvest. There will be period music from local musician Roy Clinging. Chances to help with apple pressing and butter making. See displays of traditional harvest tools and make your own straw dolly. Visitors can also have a taste of some traditional harvest fayre and play some old fashioned games.

The events and activities are free this weekend with a nominal charge for those wanting a guided tour of the working mill.