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Jedediah Strutt began building mills here from 1776. The original North Mill was completed in 1786 but was destroyed by fire in 1803. Its replacement, the present mill, was built in 1804 on the earlier mill's foundations by Jedediah's eldest son William Strutt and is one of the oldest surviving examples of an industrialised iron framed, 'fire-proof' building and is now recognised as one of the most important industrial buildings in the world, and as such, is a central attraction in the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Admission: Adult £4 Accompanied under 16s visit free. Special kids activities £2 Outside Mill Tour: £2 Town Walks: £4 Special Events may charge additionally if there are extra features. Opening Times: 1st March to 31st October: Wednesday to Sunday 11am to 4pm Bank Holiday Mondays 11am to 4pm 1st November to 8th February: Weekends only 11am to 4pm
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