Pitstone Windmill

Pitstone Windmill is a timber post mill in Aylesbury Vale with four sails that ground grain for the surrounding area. The structure has two floors organized for milling operations with the machinery still visible inside.

This is one of the oldest documented mill structures in England, with the date 1627 marked in its frame. It was built and modified over several decades using materials from different building periods.

The building shows how people in this area traditionally ground grain and relied on wind power to do their work. The structure and preserved parts tell the story of everyday farming life in earlier times.

The best time to visit is on summer Sundays and holidays when the building is open to the public. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes as the ground around it can be uneven and the interior has narrow passages.

Scientific studies of the wood show that some parts came from trees cut down in winter 1595, much earlier than the documented date. This suggests the building has older elements than previously understood.

Location: Aylesbury Vale

Location: Pitstone

Inception: 1627

Floors above the ground: 2

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/pitstone-windmill

GPS coordinates: 51.83170,-0.62990

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06