Name: High Salvington Windmill
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High Salvington Windmill

High Salvington Windmill (closed in winter), Salvington Hill, Worthing, UK

1-99 Years

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High Salvington Windmill is a restored Grade II listed post mill near Worthing, West Sussex, originally built around 1750. Situated 320 feet above sea level, it operates as a working museum maintained by volunteers.

During a gale in 1976, one of the giant stocks carrying the sails broke and a subsequent inspection revealed that all was far from well. The ravages of nature and the deathwatch beetle had seriously weakened timbers in the trestle supporting the 40 tons or so of the buck (the body of the mill).

If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

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Restoration

High Salvington Windmill had worked for nearly 150 years when it closed in 1897. In 1907/8 the old timber roundhouse was replaced with a concrete construction – used as a tea room well into the 1950s.
Worthing Borough Council purchased the mill in 1959 and Edwin Hole, Millwrights, undertook restoration works in the early 1960s.
During a gale in 1976, one of the giant stocks carrying the sails broke and a subsequent inspection revealed that all was far from well. The ravages of nature and the deathwatch beetle had seriously weakened timbers in the trestle supporting the 40 tons or so of the buck (the body of the mill).
Before restoration of the buck could commence, the trestle supporting the 38ft (11.5m) high mill had to be renewed. In order to lighten the mill, the stones and machinery were removed and stored.
Later, a large steel frame was erected to support the weight of the buck while the trestle and crown-tree were replaced. The crown tree is a huge baulk of oak sitting on top of the post bearing the whole weight of the mill.

Facilities

Parking: There is limited parking available along Furze Road. Visitors may like to take the opportunity of parking at The Gallops car park/picnic area at the lower end of Bost Hill and enjoy the walk up the hill to the Mill (a fairly steep climb with impressive views to Cissbury Ring).
Food & Drinks: Light refreshments (including homemade cakes, teas, coffees, and ice cream on hot days) and a souvenir shop selling pocket-money souvenirs, souvenir flour (when in stock) and other items.
Toilets: The toilets are restricted in space but can be used by the disabled.

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Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

April

Sunday, April 5th 2026 – first open afternoon of the season, 2:30 to 5 pm, Easter Day.
Sunday, April 19th 2026– open afternoon 2:30 to 5 pm.

Time may vary please check here: https://highsalvingtonwindmill.co.uk/opening-times/

Address: High Salvington Windmill (closed in winter), Salvington Hill, Worthing, UK

Post Code: BN13 3BP

Council: Worthing

County: West Sussex

Directions: High Salvington Windmill stands on the South Downs, 3 miles (5km) north of Worthing, a seaside town on the West Sussex coast approx. 12 miles (19km) west of the well-known resort of Brighton and 20 miles (32km) east of the historic city of Chichester. High Salvington Windmill is situated within a semi-rural suburb of Worthing called High Salvington and can be approached from either the A27 via Salvington Hill or the A24 via Bost Hill (single track road with passing places). Both routes are signposted off the main roads.
Public transport: A No.7 bus from South Street Worthing passes just north of West Worthing Railway Station crossing, for travellers by train. It continues via West Durrington to High Salvington Village shop. The Mill is 200 yds (183m) East along Furze Road.
Parking: There is limited parking available along Furze Road. Visitors may like to take the opportunity of parking at The Gallops car park/picnic area at the lower end of Bost Hill and enjoy the walk up the hill to the Mill (a fairly steep climb with impressive views to Cissbury Ring).