Building record MLI82963 - The Old Mill, Helpringham
Summary
Tower mill built in 1864 still in use today.
Type and Period (1)
- WINDMILL (Post Medieval to Modern - 1864 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
This tower mill bears the datestone 'J.B. 1864' and worked by wind until the 1920s, continuing by engine after losing its sails in a gale. The original gear was removed in the 1930s and modern machinery installed. It is still used, now powered by electricity. There were four patent sails driving three pairs of stones on the first floor. Work is now carried out by a combined roller and grinding mill, with an electric sackhoist. The second floor remains virtually the same as when the mill was wind powered, and on the dust floor some of the old sack hoist remains in place. {1}
For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {2}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI1081 Bibliographic Reference: Peter Dolman. 1986. Lincolnshire Windmills: A Contemporary Survey. p.18.
- <2> SLI5605 Index: Department of the Environment. 1988. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 222.006; 13/74.
- <3> SLI1062 Bibliographic Reference: Nikolaus Pevsner and John Harris, with Nicholas Antram. 1989. Buildings of England: Lincolnshire (Second Edition). p 379.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 13521 40492 (7m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HELPRINGHAM, NORTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Sep 12 2024 10:32AM
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