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Preston Mill, East Lothian

Preston Mill

Preston Mill is a watermill on the River Tyne at the eastern edge of East Linton in East Lothian. It stands close to Prestonkirk Parish Church, Smeaton Lake, and the hamlet of Phantassie.

There has been a mill on the site since the 16th century. The present mill dates from the 18th century and is in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. It was used commercially until 1959, and it produced oatmeal. The River Tyne still drives the water wheel, and the machinery can still be seen at work by visitors taking part in a tour. (Read more)