Garlogie Mill Beam Engine and Turbine House

Aberdeenshire

Garlogie is the site of a 1799 wool spinning mill which contains the oldest steam engine in Scotland still in its original location. The engine dates from the 1830’s but incorporates an 1805 Boulton and Watt cast iron beam. A 1923 72kW hydroelectric power station is also to be seen. The surviving mill buildings are Category A listed. You will be able to see around the beam engine, turbine and mill site. Guides from the Garlogie Beam Engine Trust will be on hand to explain the operation of the equipment and the mill’s plans for the future.

This venue never fails to please. An exhibition in the Garlogie Village Hall will explain the history of the site and how waterpower drove the Mill over several centuries. A short and pleasant walk up the track adjacent to the Leuchar Burn to see the recently demolished dam and the site of the past mill lades is also available. 

Teas and light refreshments will be served.

Facilities

• WC
• Disabled WC
• Limited Access
• Parking
• Refreshments