Rayleigh Windmill, Grade II listed windmill in Rayleigh, England
The brick tower windmill reaches 60 feet in height and features a Kentish cap rotated by a six-bladed fantail system at its peak point.
Built in 1809 for timber merchant Thomas Higgs, the structure operated through wind power until 1909, when it transitioned to steam, oil, and electric engines.
The windmill houses an accredited museum with exhibitions about local heritage, traditional costumes, and educational activities for visitors of all ages.
The windmill welcomes visitors from March to September on Wednesdays from 10 AM to 1 PM and weekends from 1 PM to 4 PM with free entry.
The walls measure 4 feet 6 inches thick at the base and contain three pairs of millstones that were essential for grinding corn.
Location: Rayleigh
GPS coordinates: 51.58838,0.60621
Latest update: March 13, 2025 06:45
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