Pomathorn Mill

Location type

Works

Name and dates

Pomathorn Mill (1959-1975)

Served by the Industry (without sidings).

Description

This paper mill was built to the south of Penicuik, just north of the site of the former Pomathorn station (the line closed in 1962). The works was associated with the Valleyfield Mill in Penicuik, at a much lower level down by the River North Esk.

The works only lasted until 1975 when it closed along with the much older Valleyfield Mill.

The large building has seen a variety of uses since, including warehousing. It still stands (2018).

Tags

Paper mill

External links

Canmore site record
NLS Collection OS map of 1892-1914
NLS Collection OS map of 1944-67
NLS Map
NLS Map