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.
Cutting from 'Evening Argus' of an article by Guy Presence describing the restoration effort by Kenneth Clement and his team of volunteers at Ifield Mill, Crawley. The article goes over details of the restoration effort, and mentions the intended use of the mill as a fully functional corn-mill. The article mentions Ted Henbery as project leader.
Cutting from 'Mid Sussex Times' of an article by Janice Roup describing the restoration effort by Alan Hancock to an old water mill outside Horsted Keynes. The article contains a brief history of Hancock's life, including his fascination with mills and vintage cars.
Cutting from 'Evening Argus' detailing the purchase of an old 13th century water mill at Hellingly by playwright John Osborne. The article mentions the mill was previously used as a tea shop by then-owners Mr. and Mrs. Edward Egleton.
Cutting from 'The Evening News and The Star' detailing the erection of a 6-foot fence around Hellingly Old Watermill near Hailsham by owner John Osborne. The fence effectively barred the mill from public view.
Cutting from an unknown source of an article by Robert Ashby describing the efforts to restore Ifield Mill in Crawley. The article goes over the work of volunteers to preserve the heritage of the mill in the face of rapid development in the surrounding area, and mentions that they are a part of the Sussex Industrial Archaeological Group.
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.
Cutting from 'Kent and Sussex Courier' describing the past occupation of Hempstead Mill in Uckfield. The article mentions one of the previous owners as Judge Jeffreys, but also includes details of the current use of the area.
Cutting from 'Argus' of an article by Jeannine Williamson describing the restoration efforts to restore the watermill at Michelham Priory in Hailsham. The article details the work and fundraising efforts of the Friends of Michelham Priory and the restoration progress and expenses.
Cutting from 'Sussex Express' of an article by P. T. K. describing the restoration efforts to restore the Old Mill in Hellingly, residence of playwright John Osborne, following discovery of woodworm and dry rot in the timbers. The article provides details of the restoration work done at the mill.
Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' of an article by Robert Ashby describing the production of stone-ground flour in Sussex at Dean's Mill in Lindfield and Prewett's Mill in Horsham. The article focuses on Prewett's Mill, and provides a brief history of the mill and the process by which it operates.
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.
Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' describing development work to be done in Horsham. The article mentions the retaining and restoration of Prewett's Mill as part of the development project.
Cutting from 'Argus' describing the demolition of Bridgers Mill in Haywards Heath to make way for warehouses and offices. The plan was approved by the Cuckfield Urban Council, and the article also mentions agricultural merchants Jenner and Higgs being previous owners of the mill.
Cutting from an unknown source describing the efforts of students in the industrial archaeology society at St. Bede's to restore Hellingly watermill near Hailsham. The project was given a Department of the Environment approval for a grant, and the article mentions the owner of the mill Mr. Jonathan Minns and head of science Mr. Dennis Gibson as others involved in the project.
Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' announcing the auction of Bex Mill in Heyshott by Jackson-Stops and Staff. The cutting provides further details on the mill and its auction.
Cutting from 'West Sussex County Times' of an article by Patricia Harrison describing the restoration of Ifield Mill in Crawley. The mill was restored by volunteers, and the article also provides a brief history of the mill and details on its day-to-day running.
Cutting from 'Crawley Advertiser' of an article by Julia Barnes describing the potential for a cash award to be given by Shell to a group of volunteers working on restoring Ifield Mill in Crawley. The article mentions the intention to get the mill in full working order, and also gives particulars of how the money will be used should they be awarded it.
Cutting from 'Crawley and District Observer' describing the permission granted to Sussex Industrial Archaeological Society and Crawley and Mid-Sussex Archaeological Group by Crawley Borough Council to restore Ifield Mill. The article also gives a brief history of the mill and potential plans for restoration by a group of volunteers led by Ted Henbery of the Sussex Society.
