Low Mill in a converted water mill beautifully situated on the edge of the village of Askrigg in Wensleydale. The centre was opened in 1976 to run courses for groups of young people of all ages and abilities, and in 1981 a wing was added to accommodate groups with special needs. The money to set up Low Mill was raised by local people who wanted to share the Yorkshire Dales with young people no matter what their circumstances. Today much of the original ethos of Low Mill remains although the scope of it’s courses and the expertise of it’s staff has broadened and deepened. The Centre is a non-profit making charitable trust run by a management committee of village people.

All staff at the centre go through training programmes for the activities they lead. They are also sent on courses to achieve National Governing Body Awards in the recognised activities. Low Mill has been operating since 1976 with an unblemished safety record. The Centre is fully approved and inspected by the Health & Safety Executive, the fire Service and Environmental Health. Overall the Centre meets the highest standards of quality Outdoor Centres.