Patterson's Spade Mill
Patterson's Spade Mill is a national museum & exhibition in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £6 · Child £3 · Family £16 Estimated advance online pricing (2025/26 levels); verify on the official site before booking. |
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| Best time to go | Summer. |
| School holiday tip | Northern Ireland schools break around the end of June and return in late August or early September, so July is the local peak. Visitors from England and Wales get quieter days in June and early July. Indoor venue: wet days cause surges; check the forecast. |
| Best ages | Most suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children |
| If it rains | Mostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest |
| Money saver | Many are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day. |
| Top tips | The last water-driven spade mill in Ireland (NT). |
| What to pack | Snacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes |
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