Gibson Mill was opened as a cotton mill in 1800 by Abraham Gibson. It made cotton using the river for power until 1900 when it closed. The Gibson Family still owned it and they opened up as an 'entertainment emporium' with tea dances, cafe, skating rink and leisurely walks. This carried on until 1945 when the last Gibson family member left the mill and surrounding country side to the National Trust.
The mill is totally self sufficient in energy, water and waste disposal. Its a fascinating place to look around. Upstairs it tells the history of the mill and on the top floor it shows how it was used for the entertainment years.
The area has some lovely walks.
lots of stepping stones to cross.
crystal clear pools.
The rain was getting a bit heavy by the time we got back to the car.
Back home for a real cup of tea!
This is my 200th post!
Can you believe it?
Lots of lovely people that leave comments and I can't believe 107 followers read my everyday ramblings!
Thank you
I think we need a give-a-way! what do you think?
Congratulations on yur 200th post!!
ReplyDeleteOh Lyn,
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful place! I agree, it is "grey" but stunning nevertheless. The Gibson Mill will now go on my "places I have to see" list, I fell for the Breadalbane Mill, but this is really stunning!
Love the area surrounding it, would walk for hours!
Wonderful colours, pictures and post..Congrats on your 200th post, Lyn! Your blog's truly great and I love to visit it and comment when I have the chance to.
Wish you a lovely, happy Easter to you and yours,
Love,
Annalisa
I know I've said it before Lyn but you really do live in a lovely place. I could cope with the rain in a place of beauty! I like the sound of Gibson Mill opening up as an entertainment emporium - sounds rather grand! Happy 200th post.
ReplyDeleteA lovely walk Lyn, i love the stepping stones!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on 200 posts. Its such a lovely insight into your village life, like taking a holiday but not having to leave home, and feeling like you have a friend you can chat away to every day. Its the modern version of pen pal.
ReplyDeleteLook forward to the next 200 posts.
Congrats on your 200th post!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on 200 posts...
ReplyDeleteI love where you live, so beautiful :)
I love going on your walks with you, you take us to such interesting beautiful places...thanks! xxx
ReplyDelete200th post - congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI love your trip today, especially the tables set for afternoon tea! We went for a walk yesterday and it rained throughout, I rather enjoyed it and it made the coco we had on return even nicer (husband was less impressed, but he is a city boy).
Look forward to reading your next 200 posts. Bx
Many many congratulations on 200 posts! A fabulous bloggy achievement.
ReplyDeleteOof, that cake, on the cake stand. You have made my mouth water.
Happy Easter xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on 200 posts ~ What a beautiful walk that was too! I that you have a very lovely Easter weekend :O)
ReplyDelete200 posts is a big achievement especially since you always put such a lot of interesting things into each one! Happy Easter to you both and Lucy too xx
ReplyDeleteWow, it may be grey but how gorgeous! Love the stepping stones :-)
ReplyDeleteHappy 200th Lyn - I love your blog. Ive never been to Gibson Mill - so I must pop it on my list. I love love love old mills - but would have hated to work in one. xxx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your 200th post. eaeh one a gem :o)
ReplyDeletehope you have a really super Easter xxx
sumea
p.s. incase you wonder why i am up at past 2.30 a.m. i've been nursing a sick cat - little yuki-dove), she's been poorly but should ok in a few days.
Your photos are so atmospheric.. each one tells a story and is beautifully framed..
ReplyDeleteI am off to look at your artwork as I spotted a very fine tabby.. not unlike my own.
Congratulations on your 200th post and wishing you a very Happy Easter too!
Michele x
wow 200 posts! well done you,
ReplyDeleteKellyx
Happy 200th xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on 200 posts~!!~
ReplyDeletethe stepping stones totally capture my imagination ~ what a fantastic place to take a walk and even the rain sounds wonderful~!!~
we've had snow falling over the whole Easter weekend so rain doesn't sound so bad . . . imagine having to dig throught the snow to find those Easter eggs~!?!~
:)
libbyQ