At Torr Vale Mill we aim to make your experience as accessible and comfortable as possible. Because the mill is a historic site built into a valley, some areas include slopes and steps.
This page provides detailed information to help you decide whether the site suits your needs before booking or visiting.
Access from Main Car Park to Wedding Venue
Surface: Tarmac slope
General Access: 29 steps (Weaving Shed) | 11 steps and sloped path (South Terrace)
Wheelchair Access to Wedding Venue
Surface: Concrete path
General Access: Flat access via Station Road (///inviting.gossiped.loopholes). A vehicle can drive up to the bridge over the River Goyt.
Once across the bridge, you can turn left into the South Terrace which remains flat access into the venue
Access from Main Car Park to Quarry Level
Surface: Gravel track
General Access: Incline from Car Park up to the Quarry Level
Fireman’s House
Parking: Sloped driveway (space for 1 car)
External Access: 1 step
Once Inside: Stairs to first floor
Lean-To House
External Access: 11 steps
Once Inside: Level access; walk-in shower
Old Workshop
External Access: 17 steps
Once Inside: Level access; shower requires stepping into tray
Manager’s Suite
External Access: 21 steps
Once Inside: Level access
Access from Private Car Park (Quarry Level)
To mill yard via 53 steps
Partially Sighted or Blind
All of our properties feature high-contrast colours on walls, floors, skirting boards and door handles to support guests with partial sight.
A large-print information guide is also available – please let us know in advance and we’ll ensure it is placed in your property before arrival.
Assistance dogs are very welcome with prior notice. Please contact us at info@torrvalemill.co.uk or 01663 748761 so we can make arrangements.
We can provide a dog bowl and basket and there is a nearby park at the top of the car park where dogs can exercise freely.
Bedrooms
All bedrooms are equipped with anti-allergy bedding, including mattress and pillow protectors.
Accessible Parking
There are two designated accessible parking spaces available for guests and visitors. These are located in the yard area beneath the Lean-To.
If you require one of these spaces, please let us know in advance at info@torrvalemill.co.uk so we can reserve it for you.
Contact & On-Site Support
For full contact details, please refer to our Contact page.
Torr Vale Mill is open Monday to Sunday, 9am – 5pm, and a member of staff is available during these hours to assist with any queries or issues during your stay. Outside of these hours, you can contact our on-call number: 01663 748768.
Autism and Additional Support
We understand that new places and experiences can feel challenging for guests with autism. If there’s anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable, please let us know.
Before Your Stay
You are very welcome to arrange a pre-visit to explore the site in advance
Alternatively, our website provides a virtual tour of the accommodation and venue spaces
If you’d like to discuss your needs, please call us on 01663 748761.
During Your Stay
If you’re able to inform us in advance, we can let you know about any changes that may occur during your stay (e.g. unusual noises or maintenance work)
We will always do our best to reduce potential sensory triggers where possible.