Melin Llynon

Melin Llynon is a three-story windmill tower in Tref Alaw with rendered stone walls that once housed three pairs of grinding stones for processing grain. The structure preserves the layout and machinery arrangements typical of mills that operated during the agricultural era.

The mill was built between 1775 and 1776 for landowner Herbert Jones at a cost of £529. It operated continuously until a severe storm in 1918 halted its grinding operations.

The mill embodies the milling craft that sustained Anglesey communities for generations, with local millers processing grain as a vital part of daily economic life. This trade shaped the region's identity and remains a symbol of traditional livelihoods.

The site is open to visitors and offers milling demonstrations that show how the restored machinery operates and processes grain. It is helpful to check ahead about opening times and availability of guided tours before planning your visit.

This is the last functioning windmill remaining on Anglesey, brought back to operation in 1983 after extensive restoration work. The recovery of this mill prevented its loss and made it the final surviving witness to the island's milling heritage.

Location: Tref Alaw

Elevation above the sea: 42 m

GPS coordinates: 53.33790,-4.49388

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00