Duck End Mill

Duck End Mill stands as a traditional post mill structure featuring a timber-framed body that rotates on a central post to face the wind, equipped with four spring sails and original milling machinery including millstones and gears for grain processing.

Built in the mid-18th century around 1756-1777, this corn mill served the local agricultural community for over a century until ceasing commercial operations in 1890, operated by several generations of millers including the Stammers and Letch families.

The mill represents traditional English rural craftsmanship and windmill technology, serving as an educational heritage site that demonstrates historic milling techniques and agricultural practices through guided tours and special heritage open days.

Visitors can access Duck End Mill on the first Sunday of each month during summer months, with marked pathways from Finchingfield village center and nearby parking facilities available for those interested in exploring this historic landmark.

The mill features an unusual combination of historical modifications including a roundhouse added in 1840 and a modern wooden windshaft replacement, while maintaining its operational capability as one of Essex's preserved working windmills.

Location: Finchingfield

GPS coordinates: 51.96969,0.45219

Latest update: July 24, 2025 10:58