Among London’s most extraordinary and under-used landmarks, the House Mill and Miller’s House have world-class potential as a thriving arts, heritage and hospitality hub. Built in 1776, the House Mill is the world’s largest tidal mill and a Grade I listed landmark. Yet despite its extraordinary history, scale and setting, it remains largely closed, underused and out of public reach.

In 2026, the House Mill turns 250 — a once-in-a-generation moment to bring it back to life.

Know what you’re missing →

Behind the Mill’s quiet façade lies space for performance, art, community and commerce to thrive side by side. With the right vision and leadership, the site could be vibrant, self-sustaining and open year-round.

Discover what this remarkable place could become.

Trouble at your Mill →

The House Mill is held in trust for public benefit — yet as things stand, the public is getting a rum deal from London’s historic gin mill. The buildings are rarely open. Events are few and far between. Years of limited access and fragile, volunteer-only operation have left one of London’s great heritage assets drifting — disconnected from the communities it exists to serve.

Find out what’s gone wrong — and why it matters.

Unlock your House Mill →

Reclaim Your House Mill is a community-led campaign to bring the House Mill and Miller’s House back to public life under new leadership, as a professionally run venue with year-round cultural activity.

What you can do now:

  • 🖋️ Sign the petition: Add your name to our open letter urging year-round public access and a cultural programme worthy of this landmark

    Other actions:

  • 📣 Spread the word: Share what the House Mill means to you using #ReclaimyoUrHouseMill / #RUHMdeal

  • 🤝 Join the campaign: Email us to get involved as a volunteer, professional or supporter

  • 💰 Support the campaign: Help cover the basic costs of this public interest campaign

Historic brick buildings and a castle-like structure with conical roofs reflected in a calm river under a blue sky with clouds.

Reclaim your House Mill