Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched).

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family.

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly.

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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport : Features 3 restaurants, a pool, and a sauna. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport : Hotel, 1-minute walk from University of Cambridge. Offers a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Lucky 8 Hotel : Hotel, 5-minute walk from University of Cambridge. Offers a steam room, an indoor pool, and a snack bar/deli.

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"great location, clean and tidy but needs some TLC, reception staff were wonderful, breakfast staff were very attentive, bar staff rude, staff rose garden outside were disinterested with no service skill. breakfast were a good selection and great quality, day menu in the garden was dreadfuil, over priced and poor standard. "

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"First and foremost…the staff…hands down the most kindest and welcoming! I forgot the name of the lady that helped us check-in, but she was so warm and bubbly it helped calm our nerves as we had a very chaotic day and were so ready to sleep! And Claire who we saw the next day, was so caring I had not brought sanitary pads with me on my trip and it was kind of her that she lent me her own! A few days later there was a gentleman at the reception who was very patient with answering the many question my family and I had during our stay. Overall lovely staff! We didn’t not get to try the food at the hotel as my family and I were always out and about, so we don’t have much of a review on the food, however the prices were a little on the expensive side. Room with great wifi and soft beds and washrooms clean. Room service beautiful! One thing I would say that there was not much light in the room, as in more lamps or a ceiling light would have been nice as it felt a little gloomy at time with not much light. Overall, would definitely come again!!"

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What are some accommodations with pools in Dunmow?

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport: Features 3 restaurants, a pool, and a sauna. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport: Hotel, 1-minute walk from University of Cambridge. Offers a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Lucky 8 Hotel: Hotel, 5-minute walk from University of Cambridge. Offers a steam room, an indoor pool, and a snack bar/deli.

What is there to see and do in Dunmow?

Surround yourself with nature at Flitch Way Country Park. During your stay, check out sights such as Leez Priory, Hatfield Forest Country Park, and Great Notley Country Park. Travelers love Dunmow for its array of dining options.

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Taking into account the local weather in Dunmow can help you maximize your time at the pool during your trip. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Dunmow is 27 inches.

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