The conversion photos
By Spring 1999 our derelict windmill was becoming unsafe. It had not been used for grinding wheat since about 1908. The roof was leaking, the floors rotting and the windows a danger.
We decided it really was a case of ‘all or nothing’ and went ahead with plans to convert it into holiday accommodation.
By summer 2000 our one time chicken shed come glorified outbuilding was a comfortable three bedroomed home.
Tim worked pretty well full time with Jeremy from Ashwell Renovations, Kerdiston Nr Reepham, who provided a steadying hand, skill, talent and muscle in equal measure.
Derelict Mill early spring 1999
Wire basket with roller skates – our hod carrier.
Hoist on roof, to save some legwork!
Tidying up the external brickwork was the first job.
Top brickwork finished. Still a little to do on the windows.
Beams and joists strengthened or replaced.
Some beams had to be renewed, joists checked and new floors laid.
November 1999.
Lead roof being laid
The kitchen area
The stairs presented an interesting puzzle. As the walls are curved and sloping inwards.
The inner stud walls.
Plasterboarding the stairwell.
Tiling presented a whole new set of problems.
The only tailor made part of the kitchen was the work top
The fire escape, ready to fit.
Laying the patio and front step
Plastering the internal walls
There! That didn’t take long.
