Crane Park

Gun Powder Mill

Site used for the production of gun powder from the mid-1700's. Although little remains of the actual building, except for the Shot Tower, which has recently been restored, a lot can be seen in the shape of earth works, as to the layout of the site on the island.


Shot Tower as seen from river	Mill lock. Location of waterwheel

One of two surviving mill stones. Used for grinding the gun powder.	Close-up of plaque in centre of mill stone

Foundations of various building, which can be found around the site.