Ifield Water Mill

Ifield Water Mill is a restored grain mill with four stories, timber-framed upper levels, and a brick base finished with external weatherboarding. The structure combines traditional construction methods typical of its era of operation.

The building was constructed in 1817, replacing an earlier iron forge destroyed during the English Civil War in 1643. It eventually became the largest grain mill in the region.

The mill shows how local work changed from making iron to grinding grain, shaping the area's economy for generations. You can see today how the water powered the machinery that once drove daily life in Ifield.

The mill welcomes visitors from April through September, typically on the last Sunday of each month in the afternoon. Special visits for groups can be arranged outside regular hours.

A painting of the mill by artist Denys Ovenden gained national attention when it appeared on Royal Mail postage stamps. This artwork introduced many people to the site's visual character.

Location: Crawley

Website: http://crawleymuseums.org/watermill

GPS coordinates: 51.11360,-0.22250

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:08