*Reopened with visits by appointment, if volunteers onsite or for Special events*
*Visit for National Windmill Day 7th and 8th May*
This 19th century smock mill was restored from dereliction by volunteers in the early 70's, rescuing it from demolition.
It was built by Holman's, of Canterbury, in about 1850, and originally one of a pair at the site along St Peter's Footpath. As well as a tour of the mill, we have a small museum and workshop.
The Drapers Windmill Trust opens the windmill freely to the public.
Post-Covid - those interested in visiting please contact enquiries@draperswindmill.org.uk or ring 07985 147563. A visit will be available to book at short notice, especially when volunteers are onsite.
Your Windmill needs You - As currently one of the few mills operating in Kent, the Wind is not enough - we need people willing to learn to run the sweeps (sails), grind the grain, run our 100 year old Crossely auxiliary gas engine and share this wonderful resource with visitors. Please get in touch or drop in for a visit!
Heritage Conservation, at Kent County Council, recently refurbished the cap and stones.
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Access Information
There are six easy steps at the entrance to the windmill. There is a CCTV monitor display and history film at the ground floor level, for those unable to climb the steep stairs to the upper floors.
Toilet available; although the door is wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair, the facilities themselves are currently not fully accessible. KCC and the Trust are working to improve this.
Admission is free, with donations towards the upkeep of the windmill gratefully received
Address
Drapers Windmill
St Peter's Footpath, off College Road
Margate
Kent
CT9 2SP
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