Norse Mill and Kiln, Shawbost
Muileann Siabost
A restored traditional horizontal water mill and kiln beside a stream, in thatched cottages that show how Hebridean people once ground barley.
The Norse Mill at Shawbost consists of two thatched cottages rebuilt in the traditional style. One is a mill powered by a stream that turns a horizontal water wheel. The other is a kiln for drying barley. This type of "Norse" mill was used on the island until the 20th century. It is about a 10-minute walk from the roadside car park along a field path. Admission is free, and the setting is peaceful. It can be added to a west coast itinerary.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dalmore Beach
- Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
- Dun Carloway Broch
- Arnol Blackhouse
- Calanais Standing Stones
- Bosta Iron Age House & Beach
- Clach an Truiseil
- Lews Castle & Museum nan Eilean