NHER 13805 (Monument record) - The site of Thorpe Windmill
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Summary
A windmill was built on this site in the early 19th century. It was last used in 1929 and was subsequently demolished. In 1979 a circular depression marked its location.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TM49NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HADDISCOE, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
July 1979. Visit.
Demolished (though still marked on Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 map (S1)).
Only a slight circular depression in ground.
'Newly erected' in 1829; last used 1929 - according to informant [1].
E. Rose (NLA), 4 February 1982.
Drainage mill, was still standing in 1949 according to photographic records.
NIAS records (S2)
W. Arnold HES 11/01/11
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Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
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Record last edited
Jan 18 2011 3:21PM