St James Mill

St James Mill is a five-story red brick building along the River Wensum, designed with large windows and Georgian architectural features. The structure shows the solid, practical construction typical of industrial mills built in the early 1800s.

The mill was built between 1836 and 1839 by the Norwich Yarn Company under architect John Brown. It arose during the period when Norwich was a major center for textile production.

The mill marks the importance of textile manufacturing in Norwich and remains a reminder of the city's industrial labor. The large windows and solid brick walls still reflect the practical design that once served skilled workers.

The building sits directly on the riverside path and is accessible on foot from Norwich Station. Bicycle parking is available near the St James Court entrance for visitors arriving by bike.

The site contains medieval remains from the White Friars monastery, including an original arch and undercroft dating from the 13th century. These older layers lie hidden beneath the later factory structures.

Location: Norwich

Architects: John Brown

GPS coordinates: 52.63500,1.30130

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25