Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanton Upthorpe windmill

Stanton Upthorpe windmill

England
List entry 1006031
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stanton Upthorpe windmill is a post mill that stands in Suffolk, England. The structure dates from the eighteenth century and represents a surviving example of the post mill type, a common form of windmill construction in East Anglia during this period. The mill retains substantial original fabric and demonstrates the timber-frame engineering characteristic of mills built to harness wind power for grain milling. As a designated ancient monument, it holds significance as evidence of agricultural processing technology and rural industrial practice in early modern Suffolk.

Stanton Upthorpe windmill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006031. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stanton Upthorpe windmill?

Stanton Upthorpe windmill is a post mill that stands in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006031.

Who is responsible for protecting Stanton Upthorpe windmill?

Stanton Upthorpe 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 1006031.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stanton Upthorpe windmill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa at Stanton Clair (1.7 km), Ixworth Roman villa (4.6 km), Roman settlement S of Ixworth (5.2 km).

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