Halnaker Mill was first mentioned in 1540 as belonging to the manor of "Halfnaked". It was built for the Duke of Richmond as the feudal mill of the Goodwood Estate. The surviving mill is thought to date …

Nov 4, 2025 · Halnaker’s original mill was built for the Duke of Richmond and the Goodwood Estate and was first recorded in 1540. The mill was made completely of wood including the large sails which …

Visitor guide to the Halnaker Windmill and ancient tree tunnel. West Sussex walks and visit information with directions and history.

Halnaker Windmill was functional until 1905, when it was struck by lightning which damaged its sails and windshaft. It was first repaired by the craftsmen of Heathfield village, as a memorial to the wife of …

Mar 13, 2023 · Halnaker Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill located in the village of Halnaker, near Chichester, West Sussex, England. The windmill dates back to the early 18th century and was used …

Mar 1, 2023 · The damaged wooden wind-shaft was removed and an iron one, specially extended to fit, was put in from Punnett’s Town wind saw mill near Heathfield. New sweeps were also fitted, …

Years of decay followed until a series of restorations brought the back to its former glory—at least in appearance if not in function, as the windmill's wasn't restored, leaving it ineffective.

History of Halnaker Windmill Halnaker Mill was first mentioned way back in 1540. At that time, it was part of the "Halfnaked" manor. The mill was built for the Duke of Richmond. It served as the main mill …

Halnaker Windmill is a Grade II listed tower mill situated on the summit of Halnaker Hill, near Chichester in West Sussex, England, overlooking the South Downs and constructed in the 1740s as …

He was brought up in Brighton and developed a fascination for vernacular buildings, especially windmills, whilst on childhood rambles with his family … Read more