Lytham Windmill, Grade II listed windmill in Lytham, England.
The four-story brick tower windmill stands on Lytham Green, featuring white-painted walls and a black cap with four sails facing the Irish Sea.
Built in 1805 by miller Richard Cookson, the windmill operated commercially until 1921 when a strong gale caused a devastating fire in its machinery.
The structure now houses a museum across five floors, presenting exhibits about local milling practices, maritime heritage, and Victorian life in Lancashire.
The museum opens Wednesday through Sunday during summer months, offering free entry with optional donations to support the Lytham Heritage Group.
The mainshaft of the windmill contains elements made from Baltic oak salvaged from other local mills, demonstrating historical materials reuse.
Location: Fylde
Inception: 1805
GPS coordinates: 53.73570,-2.95548
Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:22
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