through the door Received 1 Bushell & 3 pecks of Flour & 1 Bushell of Bran"; I have not found a date for the original construction of this windmill and no reason for its demise and abandonment. It was much later, in 1931, that E. Cecil Curwen, M.A., F.S.A., disclosed in a survey that on the summit of Church Hill was evidence of three small dimples which marked the site of an old post mill and its outbuildings.
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Findon Valley Residents’ Association (FVRA) Jeff Swann, a resident of Findon Valley since 1993, is the new FVRA Environment Officer. He will be working with Rene Hardman, who has been central to the upkeep and improvements you have been enjoying in our unique countryside, here in the valley. Jeff will be looking to improve safety in the community on our roads, footpaths and access to the open spaces working with Worthing Borough Council, WSCC and Highways England by: Monitoring the A24 and residential road speed, traffic flow, parking and safe crossing points with a view to educating and improving vehicle/ pedestrian awareness. Safer use of pedestrian footpaths and shared footpaths with users of mobility/child scooters, skateboards and bicycles, to achieve improved knowledge and awareness. The aim is to improve safety and enjoyment for the Findon Valley Community. If you have any comments or observations please send an email to: jeff.swann@findonvalley.org
When the late John Pelling initially investigated the area in the 1990s he discovered rubble and flat bricks. I have walked the ploughed field on the summit with him and in one particular spot there was indeed an amount of debris to indicate the likely site of the old windmill. A new windmill was constructed in 1823 to the northeast of the village above the racing Gallops and I will attempt to elaborate on its story during the ensuing months. Further stories of Findon's milling days can be seen on Valerie Martin's comprehensive website: www.findonvillage.com
With the monthly photo competition the August winner was Mark Barnes with his photo of a woodpecker, which will be ‘August 2017’ in next year’s calendar. Mark wins a £10 Wyevale voucher plus a mystery gift courtesy of Jacobs Steel Estate Agents. To take part in our October competition just take a photo that captures the natural beauty of Findon Valley, either in your garden or while you’re on a walk. You can bring your photo into the Post Office or email it to environment@findonvalley.org by 31 October 2016. Either way, to accompany your photo, we need details of your phone number, photo caption and the location where it has been taken in Findon Valley. To read more about the FVRA please visit www.findonvalley.org.