Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched).

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family.

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly.

#red #windmill #sunset #uk #britain #england

Search Lodges in Dunmow

Plan, book, stay with confidence

Be picky

Search almost a million properties worldwide

Treat yourself

Change your mind

Book hotels with free cancellation

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend

9 Jum. I - 11 Jum. I

In two weeks

16 Jum. I - 18 Jum. I

In one month

30 Jum. I - 1 Jum. II

In two months

27 Jum. II - 29 Jum. II

Compare 14 Lodges in Dunmow with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

"Excellent ! "

"nice quiet place close to woods for nice walking. Internet rubbish. very weak. why advertise it if you dont provide a decent service?"

SAR 394 total

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

"Stayed for one night whilst in the area on business. Check in instructions and accurate directions arrived promptly and managed to find the place and gain access without issues. Highly recommended will stay again!"

SAR 643 total

includes taxes & fees

6 May - 7 May

Roydon Lodge | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

"We had a lovely three day break, the accommodation is perfect and offers some great walks in the country. We would definitely recommend the lodges to anyone wanting a peaceful relaxing break."

SAR 668 total

includes taxes & fees

6 May - 7 May

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Other property types in Dunmow

"Owners made us welcome"

SAR 645 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

SAR 710 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

"Wonderful location and beautiful view of Parker's Piece at back of hotel."

SAR 602 total

includes taxes & fees

18 May - 19 May

Recent reviews of Dunmow hotels

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

5/5 Excellent

Perfect for one night

"Convenient. Nothing fancy but everything we needed for one night!"

A verified traveler stayed at Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Posted 14 hours ago

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

5/5 Excellent

Great night stopover

"Best night sleep I've had in ages. Wasn't expecting much with it being a one night airport stopover, but the basic double room was clean and modern, the bed was super comfy, and the air-conditioning actually worked really well and cooled the whole room nicely. William at the front desk was very friendly and welcoming. Overall a great night."

A verified traveler stayed at Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Posted 4 days ago

Search Lodges in Dunmow

Plan, book, stay with confidence

Check prices for these dates

Compare 14 Lodges in Dunmow with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Apple Tree Lodges

Woodland Lodge

Deluxe 1 Bed Versace Hottub Skytv

Roydon Marina Village

Dog-Friendly Luxury Lodge: Retreat from City to Country Bliss with Hot Tub

Deluxe 1 Bed Versace HotTub SkyTV

Dog-Friendly Luxury Lodge: Retreat from City to Country Bliss with Hot Tub

Dog-Friendly Luxury Lodge: Retreat from City to Country Bliss with Hot Tub

Dog-Friendly Luxury Lodge: Retreat from City to Country Bliss with Hot Tub

Spacious, well appointed lodge in peaceful location

Romantic Lodge on Edge of Nature Reserve

Stylish, modern and well located en-suite room with parking

Luxury City to Country Retreat Lodge With Hot Tub

City to Country Retreat Luxury Lodge With Hot Tub

Other property types in Dunmow

Remarkable 1-bed Cabin in Dunmow

Tranquil Thaxted Apartment With 2 Bedrooms

The Regent Aparthotel

Recent reviews of Dunmow hotels

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Lucky 8 Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Popular Destinations

Top Lodges in Other Destinations

More Accommodation Types in