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Burnt Mill

Archaeology

Modern watermill.


Early 19th century newspapers advertise the sale of land on which a ruined mill was standing 'at the further end of the sand' (meaning the north end of Douglas Bay); included in the sale are 'also the dam and remaining walls of the said mill'.


From this it is clear that the mill was water-powered. The precise site of the mill and dam are unknown, although the source of power can only have been from what is now named Summerhill Glen.


The grid reference is placed below the cliff line, in line with the stream, which is now culverted for much of its lower course.

Summerhill Glen, Onchan Village

Connections

Book Chapters

  • Parish: Onchan
  • Sheading: Garff
  • Grid Ref: SC3935077400

Sources

  • Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record
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