Downfield windmill, Soham
Introduction
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Downfield windmill, Soham
Image: © Bob Jones Taken: 17 Feb 2015
Benefiting from a grant of £130,000 in 2012, this windmill is being slowly restored to its former glory. Built in 1728, the Grade II building has been closed to the public since 2001. The new sails, currently being prepared for installation, are situated in the adjacent garden.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.320298
Longitude
0.357848