Ashton Windmill

Ashton Windmill
Chapel Allerton
Axbridge
Somerset
BS26 2PP
England

Website

www.sedgemoor.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=4714

E-mail

museums@sedgemoor.gov.uk

Telephone

Sedgemoor District Council

01278 435399

Fax

01278 435385

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Windmill in field on mound
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This unique 18th century flour mill stands on the "Isle of Wedmore", a ridge giving commanding views of Cheddar Gorge, the Somerset Levels and Brent Knoll. A windmill is mentioned on this site as far back as 1317. Although it last worked in 1927, the mill has been carefully restored.

Venue Type:

Industrial heritage site, Garden, parklands or rural site

 Opening hours

The Windmill is open Easter to September, Sundays and Bank Holidays and on Wednesdays in July and August 2:30 - 4:30pm. Groups by arrangement.

Closed during Christmas and New Year.

 Admission charges

Admission is free but donations are welcome.

Additional info

Ashton Windmill is located on the minor road between Weare (A38) and Wedmore. Parking is available close by.

Collection details

Agriculture, Industry

Key artists and exhibits

  • Windmill
  • Flour
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