Bourn Windmill

The Bourn windmill is an open trestle post mill located at Caxton Road in South Cambridgeshire, England.

History

• The Bourn windmill was standing in 1636 and is believed to be one of the oldest surviving windmills in the United Kingdom.
• It ceased work commercially in 1927 but was preserved in 1932.

Architecture

The Bourn windmill is a Grade I Listed building and a Scheduled Monument. The mill features an open trestle post design, typical of 17th-century English windmills.

Its construction materials are not specified, but it is likely to have been built using local stone or timber.

Location

The mill is situated on Caxton Road in South Cambridgeshire, England.

It stands near a small stream, which may have provided the necessary water power for its original operation.

Current Status and Use

The Bourn windmill ceased work commercially in 1927 but was preserved in 1932.

Unfortunately, it has been placed on the Heritage at Risk Register since November 2021 due to concerns about its structural integrity.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

As a Grade I Listed building and Scheduled Monument, the Bourn windmill is protected by law.

Efforts are being made to preserve and conserve this historic mill for future generations.

Visiting Information

The Bourn windmill is open to visitors, although its current condition may limit access.

Visitors can view the mill from the outside, but it is not recommended to enter due to safety concerns.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

Unfortunately, no notable historical events or famous millers are recorded for the Bourn windmill.

Technical Details

The Bourn windmill features an open trestle post design with one sail.

Its grinding stones and machinery are not specified, but it is likely to have been equipped with traditional windmill machinery of its time.