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Thorpeness Windmill

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Thorpeness Windmill

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Suffolk and Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape

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  • Location: Aldringham-Cum-Thorpe, Suffolk Coastal, Suffolk, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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    June 25, 2020

    Hiking

    A pleasant reminder of bygone industry from the county. Worth a stop for a quick selfie

    January 13, 2023

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    Thorpeness Windmill has not always stood in this spot. Amazingly, it was built at Aldringham in 1903 and used as a corn mill. In 1923 it was moved here and converted to use as a water pumping mill to pump water to the House in the Clouds which you will be able to see by the coast to the south.

    October 16, 2025

    Hiking

    The windmill is situated on the heath next to the Thorpeness Meare and the "House in the Clouds". It is a prominent landmark that can be easily viewed from various walking trails in the area, such as the path from Aldeburgh.
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    Thorpeness loop from Aldeburgh — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

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    Embark on an easy hike along the Thorpeness loop from Aldeburgh, a 4.8-mile (7.8 km) route with minimal elevation gain of just 48 feet (15 metres), typically completed in 1…

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    Embark on the Thorpeness & Sizewell loop, a moderate hike spanning 5.6 miles (9.1 km) with a gentle elevation gain of 62 feet (19 metres). You can expect to complete…

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 50 m

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    Location: Aldringham-Cum-Thorpe, Suffolk Coastal, Suffolk, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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