Berney Arms Mill

Heritage Site in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Berney Arms Mill

Berney Arms Mill is a historic windmill located in Norfolk, England. Situated within the Norfolk Broads National Park, it stands on a remote spot at the mouth of the River Yare. This Grade II listed mill is an iconic landmark that has played a significant role in the region's history.

Built in 1865, Berney Arms Mill served as a drainage mill, playing a vital role in managing water levels in the surrounding marshland. Its purpose was to protect the fertile agricultural land from flooding, as well as to ensure water transportation in the area. The mill features a distinctive red brick tower, standing at an impressive height of 74 feet, making it one of the tallest windmills in the United Kingdom.

Although no longer operational, the mill stands as a testament to the importance of wind power and the area's agricultural heritage. Despite its remote location, the mill attracts visitors who appreciate its architectural beauty, panoramic views, and the opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings.

The mill is also a popular spot for birdwatchers, as the surrounding marshes and reed beds provide a haven for a wide variety of bird species. Additionally, the area offers numerous walking and cycling trails, allowing visitors to explore the diverse landscape and observe the unique flora and fauna.

Berney Arms Mill is not easily accessible by road, adding to its charm and maintaining its secluded atmosphere. Visitors typically reach the mill via train or by boat, with a small footpath leading to the site. This hidden gem of Norfolk's heritage offers a glimpse into the region's past and a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts.

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Berney Arms Mill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.582/1.638 or Grid Reference TG4604. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burgh Castle South Eastern Tower

A Saxon Shore Roman Fort Link

Sandy Gerrard

Eastern Wall of Burgh Castle Saxon Shore Fort

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Sandy Gerrard

Berney Arms Railway Station

Matthew Chadwick

Berney Arms Windmill

Matthew Chadwick

River Yare

Matthew Chadwick

Angles Way by night

View of River Waveney and boatyard near to Burgh Castle, by night. In case anyone wonders, the bright light on right is a night-light on a post providing electric hookups for boats at the moorings. Angles Way runs alongside the river here.

Michael Westley

Burgh Castle WW1 War Memorial

Helen Steed

Burgh Castle WW2 War Memorial

Helen Steed

St Peter and St Paul's church

Helen Steed

Burgh Castle Roman Fort

Burgh Castle is the site of one of nine Roman Saxon Shore forts constructed in England around the 3rd century AD. This fort was possibly known as Gariannonum. The fort is roughly rectangular, measuring (internally) approximately 205 m (673 ft) by 100 m (330 ft). The walls on the north, east, and much of the south side are largely intact, standing at a height of approximately 4.6 m (15 ft) and measuring up to 3 m (9.8 ft) thick at the base. They have a core of mortared flint rubble and an external and internal facing of prepared flint and red tile or brick in alternating bands. Against the outer face of the walls there are six solid bastions of pear-shaped plan spaced symmetrically, two on the south wall, one each at the north-east and south-east angles, one slipped from position on the north wall, and one below the south wall where it has fallen. The west wall has at some time in the distant past collapsed down the underlying hillside and into what was once an estuary but is now a marsh, and nothing of it is now visible. Breydon Water is all that is left of the estuary this fort once overlooked. Link

Brian Deegan

St. Peter & St. Paul's Church, Burgh Castle

Grade II Listed Parish church. Late C11 west tower. Nave and chancel retain C13 character but remodelled C15. North aisle 1847. South porch 1857. Quaternary and Quarry flint and chert with Lincolnshire Limestone ashlar dressings and some brick. The ruins of the neighbouring Roman fort of Gariannonum, built about 270AD, have provided much of the materials (flints and Roman tiles) to build this tower and church.

Brian Deegan

Footpath along the River Yare towards Breydon Water

The footpath here forms part of the Angles Way. Although late in the year, there were many dragonflies out on the wing: one can be seen in the centre of the image.

Christopher Hilton

Burgh Flats from the Angles Way

On the horizon, the two windmills are actually on the banks not of the adjacent body of water (the River Waveney) but on the River Yare, separated from the Waveney by a slim triangle of land; the two rivers meet just off to the right of the photograph. The mills are Berney Arms Mill (to the right, still with its sails) and Red Mill (to left, without sails).

Christopher Hilton