The story so far

Knockando Woolmill has been producing textiles since at least 1784. After centuries of continuous production, Knockando Woolmill faced an uncertain future.

The buildings, A-Group listed and cited as 'internationally significant' by Historic Scotland, were in a critical condition and the machinery in sore need of renovation. Once the current weaver, Hugh Jones retired, his specialist knowledge and skills would go with him and an important piece of Scottish history would disappear forever.

The Conservation Plan stressed that “The site, and all that is encompassed by it, is extraordinarily fragile. Without careful, loving preservation, it will not survive.” Andrew Wright, 2006.

Since 2000 the Knockando Woolmill Trust has...

• Raised all the funds needed to restore the Mill
• Almost competed the capital restoration work, including refurbishing the A-listed Victorian textile machinery
• Renewed the waterwheel and water power system which is now working after 64 years of silence
• Set up the Knockando Woolmill Company Ltd (wholly owned by the Trust) to run the site. And an on-line store
• Opened the site to the public, including an exhibition, shop and café
• Employed an Education and Outreach Manager who is developing educational programmes
• Developed a range of new products which reflect the uniqueness of the Woolmill and its history.

Our supporters

Knockando Woolmill Trust is grateful to the following individuals and organisations for their support:

The Trustees also thanks the many individuals who have contributed both financially and with their time to keep the Woolmill alive.