Smock Mill Collection

Randalls Flint Mill, Nine Elms, Battersea, 1830, (1947). Creator: John Varley I
Randalls Flint Mill, Nine Elms, Battersea, 1830, (1947). Windmill on the south bank of the River Thames in London, looking towards Vauxhall Bridge. From " British Windmills and Watermills, by C

A man working near White Mill in Headcorn, Kent. The mill was Demolished in 1952. August 1946

An engraving depicting a smock mill with fantail, used for grinding corn, 19th century
5310766 An engraving depicting a smock mill with fantail, used for grinding corn, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1860); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Headcorn White Mill a028909
HEADCORN MILL, HEADCORN, Headcorn, Maidstone, Kent. A view of Headcorn Mill (White Mill), showing the smock mill intact, photographed in August 1932

Sarre Windmill a028905
Sarre Windmill, Canterbury Road, Sarre, Thanet, Kent. A view of Sarre Windmill, showing the smock mill without its sails, photographed in 1929

Ripple Mill a028931
Ripple Mill, Dover Road, Ripple, Dover, Kent. A view of Ripple Mill, showing the smock mill intact but with only two sails, photographed in July 1929

Martin Windmill a028944
Martin Windmill, East Langdon, Langdon, Dover, Kent. A view of Martin Windmill, showing the smock mill intact but with cropped sails, photographed in July 1929

Old Mill a028941
OLD MILL, LITTLE BETTESHANGER, NORTHBOURNE, DOVER, KENT. A view of Old Mill, showing the smock mill in working condition, photographed in May 1929

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RYE WINDMILL, FERRY ROAD, Rye, Rother, East Sussex. A view of a Willow tree on a bank of the River Tillingham with Rye Windmill beyond

Bekesbourne Mill a028902
Bekesbourne Mill, Bekesbourne, Adisham, Canterbury, Kent. A view of Bekesbourne Mill, showing the smock mill standing derelict with broken sails, photographed in 1929

Clokes Mill a028901
Clokes Mill, Waltham, Canterbury, Kent. A derelict smock mill known as Clokes Mill, photographed in June 1930. This mill appears to have disappeared by about 1931 and was replaced by a store or garage

Ringle Crouch Green Mill a028914
Ringle Crouch Green Mill, Ringle Crouch, Sandhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent.A view of Ringle Crouch Green Mill, showing the smock mill mostly intact, photographed in August 1932

Union Mill a028913
UNION MILL, THE HILL, CRANBROOK, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT. A view of Union Mill from the south, showing the smock mill intact, photographed in August 1932. This smock mill was built in 1814

East Mill a028911
East Mill, Mill Lane, Smarden, Ashford, Kent. A view of East Mill (also known as Black Mill, or Smarden Bell Mill), showing the smock mill intact but disused, photographed in August 1932

Staplecross Smock Mill a028919
Staplecross Smock Mill, Bodiam Road, Staplecross, Ewhurst, Rother, East Sussex. A view of Staplecross Smock Mill from the south-west, photographed in August 1932. This smock mill was built in 1815

Uphill Mill a028925
Uphill Mill, Hawkinge, Shepway, Kent. A view of Uphill Mill, showing the smock mill missing two sails, photographed in November 1930

Black Mill a028948
BLACK MILL, BARHAM DOWNS, ADISHAM, CANTERBURY, KENT. A view of Black Mill, showing the smock mill in working condition, photographed in 1929

Bekesbourne Mill a028953
Bekesbourne Mill, Bekesbourne, Adisham, Canterbury, Kent. A view of Bekesbourne Mill, showing the smock mill standing derelict with broken sails, photographed in 1929

Newington Mill a028939
Newington Mill, Newington, Ramsgate, Thanet, Kent. A view of Newington Mill, showing the smock mill and adjacent chimney, photographed in April 1929. Newington Mill was a smock mill built in 1830

Newington Mill a028940
Newington Mill, Newington, Ramsgate, Thanet, Kent. A view of Newington Mill, showing the smock mill and adjacent chimney, photographed in April 1929. Newington Mill was a smock mill built in 1830

Cranbrook Mill, Cranbrook, Kent, England

White Mill in Headcorn, Kent. The mill was Demolished in 1952. August 1946

Ford Road and Rope Walk Showing the Windmill, near Folkestone, 1947. Creator: John Constable
Folkestone: Ford Road and the Ropewalk, 1833, (1947). A windmill in the Kent countryside. Picture in the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. From " British Windmills and Watermills, by C. P. Skilton

A Smock Mill, (1931). Artist: Charles Henry Bourne Quennell
A Smock Mill, (1931). Illustration from A History of Everyday Things in England - Done in two parts of which this is the second - 1500-1799, by Marjorie and C. D. B. Quennell. [B. T

A Smock Windmill in Stuart Days, c1934. Illustration showing a windmill in the Stuart period (1603-1714). The accompanying text describes how only the topmost section

Illustration, Smock Mill, traditional four-armed windmill

Windmill, Hittbergen, Lower Saxony, Germany

Shipley Mill - October 1947
External view of the Mill George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N28828

Heage Windmill, Derbyshire, UK. This rare six-sailed working windmill is now a tourist attraction. The stone-towered smock mill was originally built in 1797

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"Discovering the Timeless Beauty of Smock Mills: A Glimpse into Britain's Rich Milling History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of smock mills, iconic structures that have shaped Britain's milling heritage. From Randalls Flint Mill to Nine Elms in Battersea, these magnificent creations have left an indelible mark on our landscape. One such mill, captured by the talented artist John Varley I in 1830, transports us to a bygone era. The image showcases the intricate craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail that went into constructing these architectural marvels. As we admire this masterpiece, we can't help but wonder about the lives of those who worked tirelessly within its walls. In Headcorn, Kent, a man labors near White Mill - a once-thriving hub of activity that sadly met its demise in 1952. Its demolition marked the end of an era for this particular community, leaving behind only memories and photographs as testaments to its former glory. But fear not. Other smock mills still stand tall today, preserving their historical significance for generations to come. Take Martin Windmill or Old Mill; their weathered sails proudly bear witness to countless stories whispered through time. Rye Windmill stands majestically against picturesque landscapes while Sarre Windmill exudes rustic charm amidst rolling fields. Bekesbourne Mill beckons with its timeless allure while Clokes Mill whispers secrets from centuries past. And who could forget Ringle Crouch Green Mill? Its presence evokes nostalgia and invites us to explore further into our nation's milling history. Union Mill and East Mill continue standing strong as symbols of resilience and perseverance against changing times. Their sturdy frames remind us that even amidst progress and modernization, some things are worth preserving - like traditions rooted deep within our cultural fabric.