Drinkstone Post Mill, Drinkstone

Suffolk IP30 9SP

16th and 17th century post mill, likely to be the oldest surviving in England. Part of the Drinkstone Mills conservation area containing the smock mill and other buildings associated with nearly 400 years of milling activity. The central post has been dated to 1587.
Opening Arrangements
1, 8, 15 , 22 and 29 April; 6, 13, 20 and 27 May, 3, 10, 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; 5, 12, 19 and 26 August, 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 August; Bank Holidays and Mills Open Weekend 12 and 13 May.
Heritage Open Days
Yes
Grant Recipient
Mr & Mrs Hayward
Access Contact
Christopher Rowe
Telephone
07843 074700
Websitewww.windmillworld.com
Admission Charge
No
Directions
Junction 47 off the A14 between Woolpit and Drinkstone, mills are on the right side of the Woolpit road. Rail: Bury St Edmunds or Stowmarket (8 miles).
Parking Spaces
3
Wheelchair Access
Partial
Details of Access for the Disabled
Steep path up hill, wheelchair access to exterior. Prior notice required for visits with assistance dogs.
Toilets for the Disabled
Yes
Guide Dogs Allowed
No

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  • PropertyDrinkstone Post Mill, Drinkstone
  • AddressSuffolk IP30 9SP
  • LocationSuffolk

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