Cutting from 'The Guardian' of an article by David Ward describing the installation of new modern sails on Haigh windmill in Wigan. The article gives a brief history of the mill and its ownership.
Cutting from 'Isle of Wight County Press' describing the installation of a new sweep at Bembridge Windmill on the Isle of Wight. The sweep was commissioned by the National Trust, who were given the mill in 1958 by MRs. A. E. Smith. The article provides a brief history of the mill and also mentions some of the people involved in manufacturing of the new sweep.
Cutting from 'Southern Weekly News' describing the need for £500 to repair the sweeps and fantail of Barnham Mill. The also article mentions that an application for financial aid for the repairs to the West Sussex County Council had been rejected.
Cutting from 'Argus' describing the restoration of Outwood windmill near Horley. The article mentions that the mill became functional after owner Sheila Thomas repaired the sails, and also gives details about future restoration and plans for the mill.
Cutting from an unknown source describing the replacement of the sweeps on The Windmill in West Chiltington by homeowners Mr. and Mrs. Colin Johnson. The article gives details of the effort, as well as a brief history of the mill and its current use as a home.
Cutting from an unknown source describing restoration efforts at The Windmill in West Chiltington by millwright Mr. Hole and the owner of the mill, Mrs. H. B. Roscow.
Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the installation of new sweeps on a corn mill in Arundel by owners Mr. and Mrs. J. K. N. Michell. The article explores the financial difficulties the couple has faced in the restoration project, and mentions the potential for help to be given by the West Sussex County Council.
Cutting from 'Bucks Herald' describing the installation of new sails on Brill Windmill after the old ones were damaged in a gale in 1973. The article mentions the Bucks County Council and the Chiltern Society as responsible for the project, and also provides a list of individuals who were involved in the restoration.
Cutting from 'Bucks Advertiser' describing the construction of the sails for the windmill at Pitstone Green by the students of Aylesbury College of Further Education. The article also contains technical details about the structure of a sail and a post mill in general.
Cutting from 'Bucks Herald' describing the construction of the sails for the windmill at Pitstone Green by the students of Aylesbury College of Further Education.
Cutting from 'Evening Standard' describing the ability for the sails of Ivinghoe Mill to turn again in a westerly wind. The article explains the fixed position of the windmill as a safety feature.
Cutting from 'Daily Express' describing the installation of four new sails at Pitstone Mill, made by students at the Aylesbury College of Further Education. The article contains technical details about the structure of the sails, as well as details about the volunteers involved in the restoration effort.
Cutting from 'The Star' describing the shift from wind power to electricity at an old windmill in Biggleswade, resulting in deterioration of the sails. The article mentions that windmill expert Rex Wailes recommended the sails be taken down as soon as possible for further examination.
Cutting from 'Bedforshire Times' describing the damage done to the sails of Keysoe Windmill, and the intention to repair them by owner Mr. Filsell with the help of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. The article outlines the cost of repairs, and also gives a brief history of the mill.
Cutting from 'Essex County Telegraph' describing the damage done to a windmill in Terling by a storm, where the fansails were blown off. The article also mentions Herbert Bonner as the miller, and that the mill was used in the Will Hay film 'Oh, Mr. Porter'.
Cutting from 'Daily Sketch' describing the destruction caused by a storm in Terling, including the damage done to a windmill, where the fansails were blown off.
Cutting from 'Evening Standard' describing the damage done to a windmill in Terling by a storm, where the fansails were blown off, and the how owner Herbert Bonner and his son stopped the mill collapsing entirely.