Windmill immortalised by Turner returns to glory on Isle of Wight
BBC News Published image captionThe windmill boasts scenic views of the Isle of Wight countryside The last surviving windmill on the Isle of Wight has been renovated as part of a £38,000 National Trust project. Bembridge Windmill, which was immortalised in a watercolour painting by JMW Turner, was built in the 1700s. It was in action for more than 200 years and later used as a Home Guard headquarters during World War Two. The National Trust said it planned to reopen the mill for pre-booked appointments as soon as it was allowed under Covid-19 restrictions. image copyrightJMW Turner/Tate i...
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