Ballycopeland Windmill is the only remaining working windmill in East Down. It was built in the late 18th or early 19th century and was worked until the First World War when it fell into disrepair. It was gradually restored between 1950 and 1978 to full working order.

sm milligan

August 19, 2023

Cycling

A small visitor centre is located inside the Millers house with a Cafe onsite open to the public.

Disabled access is not possible within the windmill. This is a group of traditional buildings on a sloping site with changes of level. Wheelchair users can gain access to the exhibition but may find this difficult. Some parts of the complex are inaccessible for wheelchairs.

Please note: Online booking is essential. A limited number of tickets may be available on the day however cannot be guaranteed. Tours of the windmill can now be booked on the official Ballycopeland Windmill website ballycopelandwindmill.com .

David Bavin-Hobbs

January 29, 2023

Road cycling

Functioning windmill that is open to the public. You can book guided tours, or just admire the building from the outside.

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1. Marino to Helen's Bay loop

61.3km

04:01

430m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Donaghadee from Bangor loop

30.5km

01:48

140m

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3. Millisle to Mount Stewart loop — Strangford & Lecale

37.6km

02:11

160m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

Booking is essential. Please book via https://www.ballycopelandwindmill.com.

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discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/ballycopeland-windmill-p675321

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Family Friendly

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Wheelchair access

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Ballycopeland Windmill

1. Marino to Helen's Bay loop

2. Donaghadee from Bangor loop

3. Millisle to Mount Stewart loop — Strangford & Lecale

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