Halnaker Windmill

Halnaker Windmill is a four-story brick structure standing on a hillside in West Sussex, with an octagonal metal cap and partial sweeps remaining without internal machinery or floors. The building overlooks the surrounding landscape and shows the typical shape of an English grain mill tower.

The mill was built in 1740 for the Duke of Richmond and the Goodwood Estate, grinding grain for the region for over a century. A lightning strike in 1905 caused severe damage to the structure, leading to its closure.

The mill was the center of local grain processing for generations, showing how seasonal and manual this work remained throughout its operation. Families and workers gathered here as part of the rhythm of rural life.

To reach the mill, follow marked paths from Boxgrove village through gated areas with a moderate hillside climb. The site is open to exploration, though ground conditions on the trails can change with the weather.

Just nearby sit World War II bunkers where military personnel monitored aircraft radio signals across the South Coast during the war. These hidden structures show a different chapter in the hill's story during a critical time in history.

Location: Boxgrove

GPS coordinates: 50.87900,-0.69400

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26