Hobb's Mill

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Hobb's Mill

Norfolk

Hobb's Mill, Horning.jpg
Hobb's Mill
Type: Windmill
Location
Grid reference: TG347162
Location: 52°41’36"N, 1°28’21"E
History
Windmill
Information

Hobb's Mill, also known as 'Hobbs Drainage Mill', is an open trestle windpump which stands by the side of the River Bure in Horning, in Norfolk, within the Norfolk Broads. It is a Grade II* listed structure.[1]

The mill was built before 1930, probably in the late 19th century. The frame is made of wood, with four braced cant posts standing on brick piers supporting a weatherboarded cap and fantail. In the picture, the four sails are missing.

The mill was unique in that it was the only trestle mill to operate a scoop wheel.

Both the mill and scoop wheel have been partly restored by the Windmill Trust.

References

  1. National Heritage List 1171625: Hobbs Mill at TG34751628 (Grade II* listing)