Islay Woollen Mill
An old woollen mill in a river valley near Bridgend, which has woven tartan for films such as Braveheart.
The mill was founded in the early 19th century and still produces tweed and tartan on traditional Victorian looms. Its fabrics have been used for costumes in films including Braveheart and Rob Roy. The shop sells scarves, hats and blankets, and visitors can watch the looms at work, depending on the day's production. The mill sits in a river valley about 1.5 km east of the village of Bridgend and is usually closed on Sundays.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat approx. 10:00–17:00 (varies by shop)
Nearby sights
- Kilarrow Parish Church (Round Church)
- Finlaggan
- Bowmore Distillery
- RSPB Loch Gruinart
- Caol Ila Distillery
- Ardnahoe Distillery
- Kilnave Chapel & Cross
- Bunnahabhain Distillery