Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched).

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family.

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly.

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Here are some well-liked B&Bs in the area: Laurels : 3 rooms. 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the heart of Dunmow. Enjoy the free cooked breakfast and patio area. Stansted Airport Lodge : 5 mi (8.1 km) from the downtown core. The Waggon & Horses : 10 rooms. Situated 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from the heart of Dunmow. Enjoy the bar/lounge and onsite dining. Black Horse : 6 rooms. Located 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from the core of Dunmow. Enjoy the bar/lounge and coffee shop.

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"The property is clean and quiet and the staff already prepared for my arrival which was really helpful, i just had slight difficulties locating the place, however the property is very good for it's price and close to the airport"

AED 283 total

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"Tiggy and Pete were very welcoming hosts. The bed was comfortable, the room was clean and there was a good selection for breakfast. It really conveniently located for the station and the town. I had a lovely stay. "

AED 418 total

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28 Jul - 29 Jul

"Very polite staff Nice sized room Good location for where I needed to be"

AED 442 total

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"Very comfortable and clean. Plenty of seating outside as the weather was very good. Room quiet. Good breakfast"

AED 688 total

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AED 501 total

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"Steven was very helpful, beds comfy, able to leave bags during the day. Quite noisy due tobeing on main road but very convenient for town centre. "

AED 393 total

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

"Great overnight stay. Welcoming staff and excellent food at fair prices. Would happily stay again. As a suggestion- Bedside lights would have been appreciated."

AED 490 total

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"Great place to stay with great hosts and nothing is too much trouble Have stayed here before and will be back again!!"

AED 508 total

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Here are some well-liked B&Bs in the area: Laurels: 3 rooms. 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the heart of Dunmow. Enjoy the free cooked breakfast and patio area. Stansted Airport Lodge: 5 mi (8.1 km) from the downtown core. The Waggon & Horses: 10 rooms. Situated 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from the heart of Dunmow. Enjoy the bar/lounge and onsite dining. Black Horse: 6 rooms. Located 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from the core of Dunmow. Enjoy the bar/lounge and coffee shop.

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When you're dreaming of a escape to Dunmow, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Dunmow is 27 inches.

What is there to do in Dunmow?

If you like to experience a new place through your taste buds, you'll be sure to enjoy Dunmow for its bars and restaurants. When you want to spend some time in the great outdoors, Flitch Way Country Park and Crazy Dog Field are some notable spots. You might also consider a trip to sites like Leez Priory or Hatfield Forest Country Park if you have time to see more of the area.

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You can plan your excursions in and around Dunmow ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 4.2 mi (6.8 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Cambridge (CBG), which is 24.5 mi (39.5 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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