description Dunster Water Mill Overview
Dunster Water Mill is a restored 18th-century corn mill in Dunster, Somerset, producing flour for sale and open to visitors as part of the historic National Trust village.
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Where can I find Dunster Water Mill?
Dunster Water Mill is in Dunster, Somerset, England, beside the National Trust's historic Dunster Castle and village. The site has records of milling going back to the Domesday Book.
Does Dunster Water Mill still make flour?
Yes, the restored mill produces flour from grain for sale. The National Trust describes it as a rare double-overshot mill with two waterwheels powered by water delivered from above.
What makes Dunster Water Mill's machinery unusual?
It is a double-overshot watermill, meaning water drives both wheels from above. The current mill stands on a site where milling was recorded in medieval times, while the present structure reflects major works completed in 1779.
Can visitors see the milling process at Dunster Water Mill?
Visitors can follow the process through the working mill and see traditional machinery across its floors. The National Trust also sells organic flour milled at Dunster Water Mill.
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