Wildlife
Catch a glimpse of the Cricklepit otter catching fish, spot the kingfisher on his favourite perch or play in the wildflower meadow.
There's so much wildlife that makes its home here!
What's on
Devon Wildlife Trust runs over 100 events each year, including walks and talks, open days and a festival. Find out more here.
Cricklepit Mill
Visit our stunning headquarters and visitor centre for free!
See a working historic water mill in action, walk around our wildlife garden and take a look at our micro hydro turbine.
DWT's Cricklepit Mill is open throughout the year - Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm and occasionally on weekends for special events. The visitor area includes interactive screens giving details of the history and wildlife of the Mill. There is also a guide on hand to answer any of your questions.
Download the Cricklepit Self-Guide Tour Booklet pdf.
What to see and do
Milling Days
Cricklepit Mill is open to the public between the hours of 10am until 12noon on the second Friday of every month for people to stop by and take a look at flour milling in action. For more information and dates please visit our events page. Don't miss our special National Mills Weekend milling day on Sat 12 May which runs from 11am-4pm. Please call 01392 279244 to book a place on a tour. This event replaces the usual regular milling day for the month.
History
The first known mill at Cricklepit was built in the 13th century and was an important part of the industrial heart of Exeter. Find out more.
In 2010 a hydro turbine was installed at the Mill. The machine is helping Devon Wildlife Trust reduce its electricity costs by using local renewable resources.
Wildlife
For an urban site, the Mill has an extraordinary wealth of wildlife. Find out more.
School Visits
Tours can be arranged for school groups and can be specially tailored to suit the relevant curriculum topics. Please call in advance to book on 01392 279244 or contactus@devonwildlifetrust.org
Geocaching
Go geocaching at this site and hunt for hidden caches. Find out more
Wildlife Helpdesk
Visit DWT's Wildlife Helpdesk next to Cricklepit, which is run by staff and volunteers who can answer your wildlife queries. Find out more
How to get to the Mill
Cricklepit mill is located in Exeter. Follow directions to Exeter Quay and walk along Commercial Road to the Bishop Blaze pub, turn right to arrive at Cricklepit Mill.
The address is Cricklepit Mill, Commercial Road, Exeter EX2 4AB.
There is no parking on site, please use public transport. Visit Traveline South West or National Cyle Network to find a route. Download directions to Cricklepit Mill pdf
Supporters
The National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund, SWRDA, Exeter City Council, Devon County Council, Viridor Credits Environmental Company and Exeter Canal & Quay Trust.
Plus: Wales and West Utilities, Williams de Broe, Dean & Dyball, Les Cotton Pumps Ltd, Ramasis, Bluefin Insurance Services Ltd, Bourne Leisure, Tozers, B&M Bower & Family, M&S, Stephen Clark 1957 Charitable Trust, Exeter Historic Buildings Trust, Alan Evans Memorial Trust, The H&G de Freitas Charitable Trust and the Garfield Weston Foundation.
Upkeep for the future
Access into the mill and tours are free, donations are warmly accepted as a contribution to the work of the Devon Wildlife Trust and the upkeep of the mill.
