Brograve Mill

Brograve Mill is a red brick drainage structure standing beside Waxham New Cut with a distinctive boat-shaped cap typical of Norfolk design. The building retains remnants of its original fantail system used for wind direction adjustment.

Sir Berney Brograve had this structure built in 1771 to regulate water in the surrounding fields, and it operated until 1930. It served as one of several drainage installations that made the marsh areas viable for agriculture.

The structure reflects how Norfolk communities relied on mechanical engineering to control water in their lands. Visitors can observe the practical approach locals took to manage the challenging environment they lived in.

The structure can be reached by following a path alongside Waxham New Cut starting from Horsey Mere, though visitors cannot enter the building itself. Sturdy footwear is recommended as the path crosses damp and uneven ground.

The building tilts noticeably to the west because the ground beneath it has settled over time. Workers made multiple attempts to straighten it back during the years it remained in operation.

Location: Sea Palling

GPS coordinates: 52.75423,1.62626

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48