New Hall Mill |
|
 |
New Hall Mill, a Grade 2 listed building, is one of only two water mills still surviving in the Birmingham area. The Mill and its meadow field are privately owned and managed by the New Hall Water Mill Preservation Trust (Registered Charity No. 502226). Although now surrounded by the New Hall Valley Country Park, the Mill is only open to the general public on specific Open Days, or by prior arrangement. |
| Now restored to a working condition, New Hall Mill is
located off Wylde Green Road, Walmley, Sutton Coldfield, in the West
Midlands area of central England. It is a significant local example
of our industrial heritage and has been described as 'Sutton's little
gem'. The present structure dates from the 18th century, although some parts are much older. An external overshot waterwheel provides power for the two pairs of millstones, while a diesel engine over 50 years old powers various other milling machinery. The Friends of New Hall Mill assist with the maintenance of the Mill and help out on the regular Open Days. Visitors are then able to explore the mill at their own pace, watch the wheat being milled into flour using water power and mill stones in the traditional manner, or wander around the Miller's Garden, the Mill Meadow Nature Trail or the Woodland Walk. |
|