Longbridge Mill, Historical watermill in Sherfield on Loddon, England.
Longbridge Mill is a restored milling facility in Sherfield on Loddon featuring two water wheels and four sets of grinding stones. The building now operates as a restaurant while displaying information about how traditional flour production worked.
Records from 1274 mention a miller named John at this location, marking the start of centuries of milling work. A fire in 1991 damaged the building, leading to careful restoration work that brought the facility back to working order.
The mill operates as a restaurant today, with original machinery visible throughout the dining spaces. Visitors experience how a historic workplace has been adapted for modern use while keeping its industrial character intact.
The mill sits north of Basingstoke, easily reached from the main road, with dining facilities and display areas inside. Visitors can explore the space most comfortably by combining a visit with a meal, which lets you see the full setting.
The mill continued grinding animal feed until 1977, making it active long after most traditional mills had closed. This later use shows how it adapted to new demands rather than shutting down like many others did.
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