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The Great Britain Guide

Windmills · North West England

Cragg's Row Windmill

In or near Preston.

Free admission

Cragg's Row Windmill — Windmill, dating to early C19.

New build - geograph.org.uk - 915612

Alexander P Kapp — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Preston · 1.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Cragg's Row Windmill is a historic windmill in Lancashire, North-West England — part of the country's pre-industrial skyline. It sits within the Preston parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Preston, about 1.0 km away. Postcode area PR1.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2022

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Cragg's Row Windmill is the only surviving 18th-century windmill in Preston, showcasing unique architectural features. The structure is a listed building, recognized for its historical significance and distinctive design.

Place summary

Cragg's Row Windmill is a historic windmill located in Lancashire, North-West England. It is situated in the unparished area of Preston and is notable for its significance in the region's industrial heritage.

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Coordinates
53.7643, -2.7038
County
Lancashire
District
Preston
Parish
Preston, unparished area
Postcode
PR1 1JP
Parliamentary constituency
Preston
Nearest railway station
Preston1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cragg's Row Windmill?
Cragg's Row Windmill is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PR1 1JP), in the parish of Preston, unparished area.
What is Cragg's Row Windmill?
Cragg's Row Windmill — Windmill, dating to early C19.
How do I get to Cragg's Row Windmill?
The nearest railway station is Preston, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode PR1 1JP.
Is Cragg's Row Windmill free to visit?
Yes, Cragg's Row Windmill is free to enter.
How do I get to Cragg's Row Windmill?
The nearest railway station is Preston, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PR1 1JP.