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"Old mill is a toy factory"

Cutting from The West Sussex Gazette' of an article outlining the setting up of a toy factory called Tiger Toys, Ltd. in Durford Mill by Robert Hirst. The article also mentions employment opportunities created in the area by the toy factory.

"Three centuries pass by... but little has changed at the mill"

Cutting from 'The Courier' describing production of animal feed by Bradley Speldhurst Ltd. at Speldhurst Mill. The article describes some technical aspects of the process and goes over how the mill has been updated to include modern machinery in the production, as well as preserve historical aspects of the mill.

"Toy factory in a converted mill at Rogate"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' of an article by Alison Ross describing the conversion of Durford Mill near Rogate into a toy factory. The article goes over the history of the owner of Tiger Toys, Ltd., Mr. Robert Hirst, and how he came to set up his factory at the mill. It also includes a brief overview of the technical processes taking place at the factory.

"Anglers may save the old mill"

Cutting from 'Argus' detailing the possible purchase of Rowner Mill by the Fine Fishers Club from the West Sussex River Board. Mr. Philip Pickering, the club's curator, revealed that there were plans to lease the mill and convert it into a clubhouse. The article also provides a brief history of the mill.

"The old mills by the stream..."

Cutting from 'Evening News' describing a meeting to be held at Dean's Mill in Lindfield, called by the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings to discuss the future of water mills. The article mentions that although many of the mills have been repurposed, Dean's Mill is still used for its original purpose of flour-making.

Submissions on Ifield Mill and Rackham Mill

Cutting from an unknown source containing submissions with information about various mills. The first is from Margaret Holt describing the conversion of Ifield Mill into a youth club, and the transfer of its engine to the Science Museum in South Kensington. The second is from Mrs. I. Cartwright, referring to an earlier submission by Leonard Ford, supplying more information about her family's involvement with Rackham Mill.

"Historic engines drive his dream"

Cutting from 'Sussex Express and County Herald' of an article by Michael Plumb describing the efforts of Jonathan Minns to restore the watermill at his residence at Watermill House in Hellingly, as well as a pumping station for conversion into a museum. The article gives a brief history of Mr. Minns' personal life, as well as details of his restoration efforts and intended use of the buildings once his projects are completed.

"Offices plan for old mill"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the potential restoration of Prewett's Mill in Horsham and conversion into offices, pending a decision by the Horsham District Council. The article mentions Crest Estates Ltd. as the developers, and United Rum Merchants Ltd. as potential tenants. It also details more technical aspects regarding restoration of the mill.

"How the Island's surviving windmill was saved"

Cutting from 'Isle of Wight County Press' describing how Bembridge Windmill on the Isle of Wight was restored and converted into a museum. The article gives a brief history of the mill, including how it was offered to the National Trust in 1957 by Mrs. E. Smith.

"Mill relics to rumble into life at new home"

Cutting from 'Isle of Wight County Press' of an article by Clive Barton describing the transfer of machinery from Pan Mill in Newport to St. Cross Mill. The article mentions the conversion of Pan Mill into an office block, and that Mr. Terry Brown, the owner, gave the machinery as a gift to Captain Don Panna who was restoring St Cross Mill. It also provides a brief history of the mills and some background information about the owners.

"This old windmill embraces all home comforts"

Cutting from 'Surrey Mirror' of an article by Phil Moore describing the conversion of Wray Common Mill into a permanent residence by owner Mr. John Skinner. The article gives an overview of what it is like to live in a converted windmill, and also includes a brief history of the mill.

"Upton Mill facelift soon?"

Cutting from 'Observer' describing the auction of Upton Mill by auctioneers Murch Leftwich and its potential conversion into a home. The article mentions the mill's original use as a bakery by owners Edward Dean and Sons, but also elaborates on its history after that.

"House plan near mill gets thumbs down"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the rejection of plans to build a house in the Barnham Mill grounds due to long-term aims of Arun councillors to restore the mill and turn it into a museum. The article provides details of the particulars of planning permission received by the owner of the mill, as well as organisations who opposed the granting of the application for conversion.

"Animal foods made in mill"

Cutting from 'Chichester Observer' describing the production history of Barnham Mill. The article specifies the running of the mill on wind power until 1890, after which owner John Baker replaced it with a steam engine and later a gas engine. It also notes the change from flour production to animal feed production after World War II.

"Butcher's ambitious plans for old mill "

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' describing Mr. Vic May's plans to restore Barnham Mill. The article mentions Mr. May's plans to restore the mill and convert it into a museum with the theme of energy.

"Kent, £30,000"

Cutting from an unknown source of a property listing for Swingate Mill near Dover. The listing mentions that the mill produced flour until 1918, and also includes particulars of the house the mill was converted into.

"There really is an old mill by the stream"

Cutting from 'Property Review' of a property listing for Maplehurst Mill near Frittenden. The listing provides a brief history of the mill, including its being built in 1756 by David Papillon. It also includes a detailed description of the house and surrounding area.

"The mill deal"

Cutting from an unknown source of an article by Stephanie Beattie about Great Ivy Mill near Maidstone. The article gives a brief history of the mill, including its conversion from a fulling to a paper mill, as well as its occupancy by wildlife photographer Cherry Kearton and his pet chimpanzees in the 1920s. It also includes details of the property in its present condition as a home.

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