White Mill, Shapwick, Dorset
White Mill is mentioned in records dating from the 12th century. The present buildings date from the 18th century. It was a water mill grinding grain (grist) for both flour and animal feed. The mill is a part of the Kingston Lacy estate and stands by the River Stour. The mill is now (2011) in the care of the National Trust. Much of their conservation of the site dates is based on this image. The reverse reads 'Presented by W.R.Hobbs, tennent'. The Hobbs family were tenants between 1910 and 1993. There are two dovecotes on the front of the building. Find out more about windmills and watermills in our Teachers' Kit - Mills.
