Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOver Windmill

Over Windmill

England
List entry 1006869
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Over Windmill is a post mill dating from the late eighteenth century, located in the village of Over in Cambridgeshire. The structure is built on a brick base and represents a characteristic example of the post mill type, which was the dominant form of windmill construction in eastern England during this period. The mill served the local agricultural community by grinding grain, a function typical of such installations throughout the region during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. As a surviving example of industrial vernacular architecture from this era, the windmill contributes to the understanding of rural milling practices in Cambridgeshire.

Over Windmill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006869. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Over Windmill?

Over Windmill is a post mill dating from the late eighteenth century, located in the village of Over in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006869.

Who is responsible for protecting Over Windmill?

Over Windmill is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006869.

What other scheduled monuments are near Over Windmill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Priory earthworks (1.9 km), 'Castle Hill' earthworks (2.1 km), Five bowl barrows 790m north west of Chain House, part of the Over round barrow cemetery (3.2 km).

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