Over the last few weekends MsG and I have visited some local mills. The Cambridge and Norfolk fens are littered with many remaining sites but only a handful are still complete, and even fewer are actually working.
The best we've seen so far has been the wonderful windmill in Denver. Thanks to the hard working owner, the mill is working well and producing ground flour.
If you should visit this delightful mill, please observe the following advice. Avoid shoving your arms or other appendages into anything that moves and clanks to avoid stomach churning mutilation; watch where your step so you don't plummet to your death; and avoid banging your noggin on the numerous head-height obstacles! Beware: danger! Do all of the above, buying a bag of freshly ground flour, relaxing and enjoying a cup of tea and a bacon sandwich (cake for the veggies!) in their lovely tea room and stop to chat with the owner and you'll have found yourself tucking away another fond memory.
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