Copton Pumping Windmill, Grade II listed windmill in Faversham, England
The Copton Pumping Windmill stands as a three-story tower structure with a design that allowed it to pump water through a system of mechanical components.
The windmill, constructed in 1863 by millwrights Spray and Harmer, operated until 1930 when its cap and sails were replaced with a water tank.
This windmill represents the technological development of water management systems in Kent during the nineteenth century industrial advancement period.
Located at coordinates 51.2994, 0.886111, the structure sits near junction 6 of the M2 motorway, making it accessible for architectural study visits.
The mill possessed the capability to pump 10,000 imperial gallons of water per hour using both wind power and an auxiliary oil engine system.
Location: Faversham
GPS coordinates: 51.29940,0.88611
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:14
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