2013
SK8214 : Fan Tail at Whissendine Mill
taken 11 years ago, near to Whissendine, Rutland, England
Fan Tail at Whissendine Mill
Whissendine Windmill
Whissendine Windmill is a large towermill in the Rutland village of Whissendine. Originally built in 1809 by the Earls of Harborough it was constructed out of local ironstone like most of the village.
Gale damage in 1922 shut the operation down until 1995 when Nigel Moon bought it and began restoring the building for commercial use. It grids organic flour today and can be visited with permission. Inside it is packed with machinery, including four pairs of stones. Also of interest is the Wegman's Roller Mill, dating from 1878.