The mill is open on most Sundays throughout the summer months so please do pop along and see our lovely Marshman Paul. Paul has volunteered at the mill for more than 10 years. He runs the mill on every open day, wind permitting and is available to tell you all about the history and the workings. It is a worthwhile trip by river or road!
OUR SEASON SO FAR!
We have had a really busy start to the season. Marshman Paul has been opening the mill on a Thursday especially for our Norfolk in a Nutshell Walk. We are amazed to see just how many people have been on the river and moored along the Staithe.
Its must be a lovely for visitors to see the huge sails turning as they cruise or sail along the River Thurne. If you would like to see her turning or go inside please pop along any Sunday between 10.30 and 4.oo or join one of our Norfolk in a Nutshell Walks which leave from the Wind Energy Museum NR295JU every Thursday at 11am.
If you are local and would like to help opening the mill then please do call Debra on 07796407864.
MILL OPEN 2021
We were very disappointed that our plans for the mills 200th birthday had to be cancelled last year. However, we are hoping to receive lots of visitors this year. Marshman Paul is there on Sundays from 10.30 - 4pm, he loves to tell you about the history and explain how the mill works.
At 200 hundred years old she is still in full working order, so do pop along and watch the sails turning. There is no admission fee but donations are very welcome to keep the sails turning.
Look out for our special events too - we normally have Strawberries & PIMMS and a Cheese and wine evening so watch this space.
Lovely view of the two mills and the Wherry
CALLING PHOTOGRAPHERS & ARTISTS
Hi to all the talented people out there……..
In January we asked photographers & artists if they could help the mill out!!!!
Throughout its 200 years it has been an iconic part of Norfolk’s landscape. Not only has it worked to drain the land, but it is has become a special place for many people and a massive draw for artists, photographers and television programs. It has also been widely used by local and not so local businesses in advertising the area.
On behalf of the mill we would be very grateful if you could donate one or two files or paintings that we can use in our 6x4 auction and an exhibition ‘200 years in our landscape’.
If you are happy to help, we would be so grateful.
The files will be printed for the auction and the exhibition and if you are donating paintings these can be 6x4 or any size of your choice.
Look forward to hearing from you – message – call 07796407864 or email info@thurnewindmill.co.uk
Of course, we will credit everyone, thank you.
200th Birthday Celebrations Sponsorship needed.
SPONSORSHIP NEEDED TO HELP US CELEBRATE THIS MEMORABLE
YEAR IN THURNE MILLS HISTORY
15th & 16th AUGUST 2020
This is a very special year for a truly special landmark – please help wherever possible to make it a year to remember. No matter how small the donation, it will all go towards this family friendly weekend filled with enjoyable events.
Total Sponsorship required to ensure we have a wonderful birthday weekend is £2,000
All sponsors will appear on all the advertising, website and social media platforms. Plus, we will put your name/logo on the door of Thurne Mill for the duration of 2020 season.
RACE SPONSORS – For £350 you can sponsor a race which will entitle you to CREATE a name for the race and the bespoke trophy will bare your logo or name. You are also invited to present the trophy on the day at Thurne Mill. We will promote all of our sponsors on social media platforms, website and through media coverage.
Your sponsorship will cover the cost of the winners Trophy, Certificates for all race entries with all the remaining money going towards Thurne Mills Birthday Party costs.
There are 5 races in total and only 4 left to sponsor (the 100 year plus race has been claimed and will be named the Wynmill Trophy) – please do contact us if this is something you would like to get involved with. Details of the race times are attached.
OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES from £50
Jazz band/singer for the afternoon party £250
St John’s Ambulance for 2 days £240
Children’s Entertainment – Punch & Judy £125
Vintage Organ £65
Exhibition board hire for art exhibition £75
Physical help over the weekend!!
Your help is really needed to make this happen and any contribution would be greatly appreciated.
BBC's Countryfile
What an exciting lead up to Thurne Windmill’s 200th birthday in 2020 with coverage on BBC Countryfile’s winter special 10th February 2019 at 6pm. Please do take a look and watch the mill turning, see what’s happening at Catfield Primary School and explore Hickling Broad with Matt Baker.
They sang from the top of the mill
"I'm dreaming of a white windmill"
Wow! what a difference 2 days make. If I'm really honest once we got up close to the Windmill the enormity of what we were going to start became real. How were we going to get this painted with 2 coats of paint over 2 days? Little did we know that we had a group of local East Anglian businesses and Thurne Mill volunteers that were really ready to 'Roll Up Their Sleeves'. Over 20 people attended the event, and made a real difference to this Norfolk Broads Landmark. 2 days and 2 coats of paint, now that is impressive. A big thank you for everyone for all your hard work and making a difference, I hope that you enjoyed your time with us.
One of our attndees has just told us "It was fantastic to be a part of something like this. Everyone was so lovely and I felt I had made a difference to something that will be appreciated by many for years to come."
We have been so lucky to have been a part of this restoration project and we can thank Thurne Windmill for allowing us to be part of it, and the great news is that we are going to continue to support them with our Ethical Business Networking Events this year. Our teams have just started but we have more to do. So if you would like to connect in a different way then you can sign up to our newsletter where we will only send you information about our events coming up.
