About The Mill
Historic Roots
Dating back to before 1735 — and marked on the original Carte de Cassini, the first official map of France — The Mill rests on the banks of the River Cernon, within the Causses & Cévennes UNESCO World Heritage site. Surrounded by dramatic limestone plateaus and rolling valleys, it lies in the heart of the Aveyron region.
Located at the edge of the medieval village of Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon, the village offers:
A café/restaurant
A small supermarket
A boulangerie
A pharmacy
The Mill is just a 10-minute drive from the lively market town of Millau, and only 2 km from the world-famous Millau Viaduct, designed by Sir Norman Foster. Road, rail, and bus links connect Millau to Béziers, Montpellier, and the Mediterranean coast, with additional bus services to and from Rodez Airport.
From Flour Mill to Creative Space
Once reportedly the largest working flour mill in the Aveyron region, The Mill underwent major modernisation around 1924, including a new turbine, automated machinery, and an entire extra floor. It continued to operate until 2000, before falling silent.
For five years, the building stood empty, until a man named Serge, who had both vision and determination, took on the immense task of bringing it back to life. He rebuilt roofs, cleared tonnes of flour and debris, and laid the first foundations for its rebirth. His work marked the beginning of the Mill’s transformation before he eventually passed the baton to its current owner, Nathalie Edwards.
Echoes of the Past
Members of the Fabre family, who owned and operated The Mill for generations, still recall childhood visits to their grandparents’ home — and afternoon naps atop the flour sacks. Jean-Robert Fabre, the last family member to own the property, took great joy in seeing the restoration of his family’s mill and its revival as a haven for artists, potters, and writers.
Today, many of the mill’s original documents, blueprints, and photographs remain carefully preserved, with plans underway for a small exhibition space dedicated to its remarkable history.
A Space to Create
While honouring its history, The Mill has been transformed into a haven for writers, artists, potters, and creatives from around the world. Many return regularly to take part in residencies, retreats, and specialist pottery courses, making it a vibrant centre for inspiration, creativity, connection, and often much-needed rest, set amidst breathtaking landscapes
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