Monument record MLI12718 - Former Windmill, Barneyfield Road, Freiston

Summary

A disued tower windmill which was built in about 1827. It ceased to work by wind in 1924 but was converted to engine power and worked for a little while afterwards.

Type and Period (1)

  • (Post Medieval to Mid 20th Century - 1827 AD to 1950 AD?)

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Full Description

Built in about 1827, this tower mill ceased work by wind in 1924 when the sails were removed, and continued to work by engine for a little while afterwards. It had four patent sails, driving three pairs of stones. The majority of the gear has gone but the wallower, upright shaft and great spur wheel still remain. There is also an engine driven hurst on the ground floor. The tower stands disused and derelict with part of the cap frame still lingering in place. {1} Tower mill that dates from 1827 and was constructed from red brick. It is a tapering tower mill of three storeys with dogtooth corbelled eaves. It has a planked door, with single openings to the upper floors on each side. All of the openings have brick segmental heads. The wallower, upright shaft and great spur wheel remain. {2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Bibliographic Reference: Peter Dolman. 1986. Lincolnshire Windmills: A Contemporary Survey. p.15.
  •  Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 12/76, 159.002.

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Location

Grid reference Centred TF 39034 42798 (7m by 7m) Surveyed
Civil Parish FREISTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Sep 12 2024 10:32AM

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