Behind the Scenes: Science of the Corn Mill
Schedule
Wed Feb 11 2026 at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra | Holywood, NI
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See inside the Straid Corn Mill, usually closed to the public, in this special behind-the-scenes tour. Discover the remarkable science and engineering behind this centuries-old mill and see first-hand how it transformed grain into flour. A mill is a marvel of early technology - a massive machine crafted from wood, iron, and stone. Powered by renewable energy, it uses cogwheels, pulleys, and massive millstones to grind grain with surprising efficiency.
Come and see the inner workers of this amazing building and hear about it’s history.
This event is part of NI Science Festival.
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Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra, 155 Bangor Road, Holywood, BT18 0ET, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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