Guided Tours of Kibworth Harcourt Post Mill

Event details

Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 May

Join us for a guided tour of the oldest windmill in Leicestershire, which we recently repaired. This is a unique opportunity to visit the mill, not normally open to the public, and hear from our dedicated volunteers.

Built in the early 18th century, Kibworth Harcourt Post Mill is the only surviving post mill in Leicestershire, with the oldest parts dating from around 1600. Visitors can see the working mechanisms of the mill, historic graffiti dating from 1711, and burn marks and witch marks added to ward off evil spirits.

In 2021-2022, the mill was fully repaired by the SPAB and its Mills Section, and we’re delighted that in 2022 it was removed from Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register. Today the mill is a Grade II* listed building, a Scheduled Ancient Monument, and a crucial part of our local and national milling heritage.

Booking

Pre-booking is essential. Booking will close on Thursday 9 May.

Tours take place hourly, last around 45 minutes, and are limited to six people due to the small size of the site.

Saturday 11 May: 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12 May: 10am - 4pm

Access

There is no wheelchair access to the site due to steep steps. Children must be accompanied at all times. There are no toilets on site, but there are some at the Windmill Farm Park next door.

Image: Rachel Stoplar