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Drapers Windmill, Margate
Location
Grid reference - TR 362 700
OS Sheet – 179
In St Peter's footpath, off College Road, on S edge of
town.
A black smock mill built in 1845 by John Holman, and last
worked by wind in the early 1930s. Restored to
working order by the Drapers Windmill Trust. A gas engine
installation due for completion 2007. Flour milled for
demonstration only. Owned by Kent County Council.
Souvenir shop & small museum.
Opening times
June - August, Sundays 14.00 – 16.00.
Also Saturdays in August . Parties at other times by appointment only.
National Mills Weekend opening times
Sunday 14.00 - 16.00
Enquiries
David Keep
01843 226227
Email
davidkeep@btinternet.comWebsite
www.kentwindmills.homestead.com |
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