Wrawby Windmill

Wrawby Windmill is a post mill where the entire building rotates on a central post to align the sails with the wind. The structure uses both common and spring sails to capture wind power efficiently.

Built for the Elsham Hall estate between 1760 and 1790, the mill operated until the 1940s before falling into disrepair. A restoration program beginning in 1962 brought the structure back to working condition.

Local volunteers maintain this Grade II listed building and demonstrate how grain was traditionally milled here. These practical displays help keep the craft of milling alive for visitors.

The building opens to visitors during bank holidays from April to August, with extra access on the last Sunday of June and July. Checking ahead about operating days helps ensure you see working demonstrations during your visit.

This is the last working post mill of its kind in Northern England, drawing interest from engineers and history enthusiasts across the region. Its rarity makes each visit a chance to see a vanishing form of industrial technology in action.

Location: Wrawby

Address: The Homestead, Melton Rd, Wrawby, Brigg DN20 8SP, UK

Website: https://wrawbywindmill.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.56528,-0.45222

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41