James Tallon Jnr is the 5th Generation Miller of Ireland’s Oldest Working Watermill

Located in County Meath, Martry Mill stands as Ireland's oldest working watermill, boasting a rich history that spans nearly 700 years. The Tallon family have worked on Martry Mill since 1859. James Tallon Jr, the 5th generation miller at Martry Mill, upholds his family's long legacy and continues to produce stoneground wholemeal flour using time-honoured methods of milling.
By Sara LynchContributor
Published 25th Apr 2024, 20:17 BST
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James Tallon is the embodiment of expertise and passion in the ancient craft of milling. With his deep-rooted knowledge and captivating enthusiasm, he continues to keep Ireland’s oldest watermill in action.

Harnessing the power of the River Blackwater, the mill converts Grade A quality wheat into nutrient-dense wholemeal flour. Notably, during both World Wars in the 1900s, the Mill also played a crucial role and operated around the clock to supply flour to surrounding counties.

Today, Martry Mill continues to produce its unique wholemeal flour which is known for its distinct flavour and texture. The flour is highly sought after and supplied to counties throughout Ireland. Martry Mill is also open for tours, where visitors can witness the age-old process and experience the rich history of milling.

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Amazing Food and Drink - Ingredients Sourced

Martry Mill took part in the video series - Ingredients Sourced. Which is hosted by Amazing Food and Drink (in-house brand of ProfileTree Web Design and Digital Marketing) and aims to tell the unique stories behind locally sourced food and ingredients across the island of Ireland. You can watch the full video below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7yLHu01GeQ

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