Brignall Mill, Barnard Castle - History

Brignall Mill and the surrounding area has a long and interesting history. Jane Weston has researched the available records in detail and presents a summary here for your information.

Read about the history of Brignall Mill.

The parish of Brignall also has a very interesting history from Neolithic times including Roman occupation.

Read more about the history of Brignall

The local area has significant historical connections with famous artists and writers including Sir Walter Scott (and his poem 'Rokeby') and landscape artists JMW Turner and John Sell Cotman.

Read more about the artisitic connections.

Jane Weston

Detailed historical information

• Brignall Mill History
• Brignall Parish History
• The Curse on James Phillip
• Artistic Connections with Brignall and the Mill