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Stembridge Windmill

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Stembridge is the last remaining thatched windmill in England, and the only windmill in Somerset. The mill stands in a superb countryside location on an attractive lane near the small village of High Ham. The mill was constructed in 1822 and remained in operation until 1910.

The rounded mill building is constructed from blue lias stone and is topped by a gabled roof covered in thatch, and stands four storeys high. The milling machinery originally drove 2 pairs of grinding stones. In 1897 it was converted from wind power to steam, and the drive shaft and gears still remain.

The mill stands immediately beside a historic cottage, formerly belonging to the miller. This cottage is now let by the National Trust as a holiday cottage. Views from the grounds look out over the Somerset Levels.

Stembridge is undoubtedly one of the most attractive mills I've ever had the pleasure of visiting, and the village of High Ham itself is extremely attractive, with a number of historic older buildings.
High Ham, Somerset, England, TA10 9DJ

About Stembridge Windmill
Attraction Type: Historic Property - Windmill
Location: Seasonal opening only.
Website: Stembridge Windmill
Email: stembridgemill@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01935 823289
National Trust
Location map
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Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Laurel Wharf - 3.9 miles from Stembridge Windmill Westport, Somerset Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £200

The Corner House - 4 miles from Stembridge Windmill Somerton, Somerset Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £330

Tuckers Batch - 6.4 miles from Stembridge Windmill Charlton Mackrell, Somerset Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £300

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Devonshire Arms - 4.2 miles from Stembridge Windmill Langport, Somerset Stay from: £70.00

Wessex Hotel - 5.3 miles from Stembridge Windmill Street, Somerset Stay from: £49.00

The Olive Mill - 6.2 miles from Stembridge Windmill Bridgwater, Somerset Stay from: £55.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Somerton Court Country House - 4.6 miles from Stembridge Windmill Somerton, Somerset From: £100.00

Hill View - 5.2 miles from Stembridge Windmill Bridgwater, Somerset From: £40.00

The Olive Mill - 6.2 miles from Stembridge Windmill Bridgwater, Somerset From: £55.00

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Langport
Tourist Information Centre
Bow Street
Langport
Somerset
England
TA10 9PR
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