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"Youngsters take on £30,000 mill project"

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.

"Work to lift the cap off windmill"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the removal of the cap on Barnham Windmill as part of the restoration effort done there. The article also includes an appeal to the public for funds to complete the restoration.

"Winds of change..."

Cutting from 'Herald' of an article by Jocelyn Hollebone describing the successful restoration efforts at Salvington Mill. The parties involved in the repairs were the West Sussex County Council and the Friends of High Salvington Mill. The article also recalls past problems at the mill and Worthing Borough Council's effort to restore it, as well as the formation of the Salvington Mill Trust, who would be responsible for the mill's complete restoration.

"Windmill's fantail"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' of a submission by Lucy M. Meeten referring to a previous article about Meeten's Mill in West Chiltington (see CUTT-00301) correcting the date on which the fan-tail was positioned.

"Windmills"

Cutting from 'The Herald' of an article by Henfrey Smail describing the restoration efforts on windmills in Sussex according to recommendations made by the County Planning Committee of West Sussex County Council. This article focuses on the history of Heene Mill, formerly known as Heind Mille, and gives an outline of its history and ownership.

"Wind of change for the Mill"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' describing restoration efforts by the Hassocks Amenity Association to restore Oldland Mill in Keymer. The article includes a statement from secretary Iris Annett, as well as plans to restore the mill to its original purpose as a corn mill, and open it as a museum.

"Why work at mill keeps Alan out of the pub..."

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.

"Watch out for that windmill, sailor"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' giving a brief history of Selsey windmill as part of a profile done on greengrocer and owner of the mill Mr. John Bunn. The article also includes details about the restoration work done on the mill.

"Vic puts wind into old mill's sweeps"

Cutting from 'Observer' of an article by Kevin Smith describing efforts by Vic May to restore Barnham Mill in order to preserve some heritage in West Sussex. As part of his fundraising, Mr. May applied for a grant from the EC's Commission of Historical and Architectural Heritage.

"Unique landmark being restored for public"

Cutting from 'Portsmouth Evening News' describing the restoration effort at Halnaker Mill in West Sussex. The article provides a brief history of the mill, as well as requirements for the restoration effort, and also mentions the West Sussex County Council's intentions to restore more mills.

"Turning back the wheels of time..."

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' describing the planned restoration to a watermill in the grounds of Michelham Priory. The article gives details of work already done to the mill and plans for it after restoration is completed.

"Top priority to get windmill restored"

Cutting from 'The Argus' of an article by Jo Breach describing the restoration effort at Ecclesden Mill in Angmering by Margaret Appa and her husband Ranjit. The article gives a brief history of the mill and details of the restoration process.

"The sweeps of Shipley Mill turn again in Belloc's honour"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' describing the opening of the fully restored and functional Shipley Mill. The mill was reopened as a memorial to its previous owner Hilaire Belloc, and the article includes details of the mill's history and restoration effort.

"The old mill may be saved"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the potential plans to restore Rowner watermill and convert it into a clubhouse. The article includes a statement by Philip Pickering, the curator of the Fine Fishers Club, about the intention to lease the mill from the owners, the West Sussex River Board. It also gives a brief history of the mill.

"The miller's tale"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' of an article by Sue Bishop describing efforts by Caleb Newnham's family to restore his old post mill in East Sussex. The East Sussex County Council provided funding for the restoration, and a Manpower Services Commission provided some of the labour.

"The mill that moved"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing a brief history of The Windmill in West Chiltington. The article also mentions that the mill went out of function in 1925, and was restored into a private residence, currently occupied by Mr, Peter Crane.

"The mill at Clymping"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the changing function of Tottisham Mill in Clymping. The article mentions its conversion into a private residence by Lord Moyne, and the new plans to turn it into a guest house by owner Mr. T. Bage. It is accompanied by a sketch by Mr. J. W. Peach.

"The lady's not unwanted"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' protesting the potential demolition of Jill Mill at Clayton. The article mentions opinions collected by Henry Longhurst, and the involvement of Cuckfield Rural Council in a potential restoration project.

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