Leverton Windmill September 2017 - Updated 7/9/17
Added a few clips onto the original footage. Horses and sails / cogs turning
The windmill was built in 1813 and though it has been repaired since then and parts rebuilt the present day structure looks much the same as it always has. It was constructed by, and for a group of farmers in the parishes of Fenton, North Leverton, Habblesthorpe and Sturton-le-Steeple. Five people were instrumental in the building programme, William Rogers, William Ellis, William Ashton, John Bower and Thomas Olivant. These family names are still familiar to people who live in the area today.
Originally the windmill was built with a lower tower to enable the common sails to have the cloth put on from the ground.A major refit in 1884 lifted the tower several feet and new patent sails were fitted.
Although the windmill sits between two power stations there is no electricity supply to the mill. It is operated solely on wind power.
The mill has a set of engine stones that can be used when there is no wind to ensure that grinding continues.
Leverton Windmill September 2017
The windmill was built in 1813 and though it has been repaired since then and parts rebuilt the present day structure looks much the same as it always has. It was constructed by, and for a group of farmers in the parishes of Fenton, North Leverton, Habblesthorpe and Sturton-le-Steeple. Five people were instrumental in the building programme, William Rogers, William Ellis, William Ashton, John Bower and Thomas Olivant. These family names are still familiar to people who live in the area today.
Originally the windmill was built with a lower tower to enable the common sails to have the cloth put on from the ground.A major refit in 1884 lifted the tower several feet and new patent sails were fitted.
Although the windmill sits between two power stations there is no electricity supply to the mill. It is operated solely on wind power.
The mill has a set of engine stones that can be used when there is no wind to ensure that grinding continues.
A Sunday mess about
Paul Tomlinson, North leverton, Caddow woods, Caddow wood, bike, cycling, mountain biking, retford
2 Manor Farm Rise, North Leverton Intro
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91111 & 82228 depart Retford for Leeds
Places to see in ( Burgh le Marsh - UK )
Places to see in ( Burgh le Marsh - UK )
Burgh-le-Marsh is a town and electoral ward to the west of Skegness in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. The town is built on a low hill surrounded by former marsh land, and the marsh influenced the town's name, Burgh Le Marsh. Both the village windmill and church are visible from far distances. The A158 used to run through from west to east but this was rerouted when a new bypass opened in late 2007, having started in September 2006, and has reduced traffic congestion dramatically. A Roman road passes through the town on the way to Skegness, and comes from the north-west via Tetford and Ulceby. The town is on the site of a former Roman fort.
Near the parish church is a large mound, where Saxon burial remains were found during the 1930s. There is a dip in the top of the mound, it is suggested that it was used for cockfighting, and to this day it is known as Cock Hill. There is a traditional butcher, baker and convenience shops. There is also a fishmonger, a post office, a Chinese takeaway, a fish and chip shop, a library, a supermarket, an estate agent and a florist.
Local public houses include the Fleece Inn on the Market Square, the Red Lion in Storey's Lane, and the Bell Hotel, White Hart Hotel, and Ye Olde Burgh Inn on the High Street. Burgh-le-Marsh Grade I listed Anglican parish church is dedicated to St Peter and St Paul. There is a Baptist church and Methodist chapel. St Paul's Missionary College was an institution for training Anglican Clergy and existed from 1878 to 1936. There was once a Burgh-le-Marsh railway station on the line between Boston and Louth, but it is now closed.
The town has two tower mills, the untarred Hanson's Mill of 1855 (originally four-sailed), now a residence, and the tarred Dobson's Mill, which is now a museum. Built in 1813 by Sam Oxley (who also built Alford Windmill a sister mill in the nearby town of Alford, Lincolnshire) it is unusual in being the only left-handed tower mill having five sails. Left-handed sails mean they rotate clockwise when viewed from the front - a very rare type of windmill.
Burgh le Marsh is twinned with the town of Beaumont-sur-Sarthe in the Pays de la Loire in France. This twinning began in 1988 and has celebrated its 25th Anniversary. The celebrations took place on the weekend of 18 May 2013. The Chairman of the Burgh le Marsh Twinning Association is Neil Cooper and for the Beaumont sur Sarthe Twinning Association is Claude Menard.
( Burgh le Marsh - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Burgh le Marsh . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Burgh le Marsh - UK
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Tour of Britain 2018 stage7 Askham Notts(3)
Retford; Land of Pilgrims Outlaws and Kings
The ancient town of Retford, granted a Royal Charter by Henry III in 1246, lies at the heart of Pilgrim Fathers Country in North Nottinghamshire. Many of today's pilgrims come here from the New World, seeking their roots.
The Pilgrim Fathers were outlawed by James I, but it is King John who calls to mind the most famous outlaw of them all, Robin Hood. Echoes of his exploits live on in old Sherwood, Edwinstowe and the nearby World of Robin Hood.
King John knew the north of Nottinghamshire well. Henry VIII visited Scrooby and Dick Turpin roamed these parts in the days when the Great North Road ran through Retford.
Now you too can explore the Retford area as seen here. A very warm welcome will greet you as you come and visit Retford, one of the most historical towns in England.
Bassetlaw District Council approached me 21 years ago and commissioned me to produce this video to promote leisure and tourism in this most historical part of England. Some things have changed but the majority of what you see here still stands today. The cars have definitely changed!
In true Alfred Hitchcock style I made a cameo appearance myself on the video as I am seen walking with my wife and firstborn son being pushed in his pushchair. I wonder if you can spot it?
Cameraman: John Berry
Narrator: John Berry
Produced and Directed by John Berry MM.Inst.V
Special thanks to Bassetlaw District Council.
If you would like a copy of this DVD please contact me.
Spa at Ye Olde Bell - Spa
This video explores the spa facilities on offer at the beautiful Spa at Ye Olde Bell.
Shot, edited and directed by George Cooper.
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