Rayleigh Mill was looking quite resplendent this morning when we walked through town.
This beautiful windmill in the centre of Rayleigh is a well-loved landmark, and a lovely destination for a walk when we’re in the neighbourhood. Built in 1809, the Mill worked hard in its day, but now houses a local museum and offers wonderful views to the hearty folk willing to climb the narrow stairs. (We didn’t do that today, but we have in the past — it is open to the public from April to September each year.)
Lovely! There was an old windmill on my family property on the Chesapeake Bay but unfortunately it was torn down in the 40’s 🙁 We do have a few of the Delft tile that graced part of it.
Oh, wow, Carol! I love mills, both wind and water, and don’t think I realize how common – and how needed – they once were. Treasure that tile… A Dutch friend gifted me with one years ago, and I love it!