description Stotfold Watermill Overview
Stotfold Watermill is a working historic watermill and museum situated on the River Ivel in Bedfordshire, England. Although milling has occurred on the site since the Domesday Book, the current structure underwent a massive reconstruction after a devastating fire in 1992, officially reopening to the public in 2006. Today, it operates as a fully functional flour mill powered by an overshot waterwheel, welcoming visitors who want to learn about traditional milling techniques and local industrial heritage.
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How old is Stotfold Watermill?
A mill has stood beside the River Ivel for more than a thousand years, and four Stotfold mills were recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. The current mill stopped producing grain in 1966 before being restored after the 1992 fire.
Does Stotfold Watermill still have working machinery?
Yes. Its restored machinery includes a 14-foot overshot waterwheel, described by the mill as the widest corn-mill waterwheel in the UK, and the site produces flour again.
What happened to Stotfold Watermill in 1992?
A catastrophic fire gutted the Grade II listed building in 1992. The iron hursting frame and waterwheel survived, allowing the Stotfold Mill Preservation Trust and local volunteers to rebuild it.
What can visitors see at Stotfold Watermill?
Visitors can see a working historic mill, restored milling equipment, museum displays, and the River Ivel setting in Bedfordshire. The site also includes a nature reserve created during the restoration project.
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