“It’s just like trying to find Windsor Castle” new sign puts Wrawby Postmill firmly on the map

A new brown visitor sign is helping guide more people to one of North Lincolnshire’s most distinctive historic landmarks – the Wrawby Postmill.

Funded by North Lincolnshire Council through UKSPF, the sign is designed to make it easier for visitors travelling through the area to discover the Grade II* listed windmill, raising its profile and supporting the volunteers who keep it running.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “North Lincolnshire is rich in history and heritage, and it’s vital we protect and enhance it.

“Little things like this can make a big difference – helping people discover places they might otherwise pass by, supporting volunteers, and strengthening local pride in the places that make our area unique.”

Built in the late 18th century, Wrawby Postmill is one of fewer than 45 surviving post mills in the UK and one of the very few still operational. Sitting proudly on a hill overlooking the Ancholme Valley and the market town of Brigg, the mill remains a striking reminder of Lincolnshire’s agricultural past.

Susan Day, secretary, Wrawby Windmill Society,  said: “It’s like heading to Windsor Castle now – these signs tell you something special is nearby.

“For a place like Wrawby Post Mill, which is run entirely by volunteers, being clearly signposted makes a huge difference. It tells people this is worth visiting, worth protecting, and very much part of our national story.”

After falling into disrepair in the mid-20th century, Wrawby Postmill was rescued by the Wrawby Windmill Preservation Society in the 1960s and reopened to the public in 1965. Since then, it has been maintained and operated entirely by volunteers, who manually turn the whole body of the mill to face the wind using a traditional tailpole.

The mill is open to visitors on bank holidays between April and August, as well as selected Sundays during the summer. Entry is free, with donations welcomed. Group and school visits can also be arranged by appointment, offering hands-on learning about traditional milling, engineering and rural life.

With opening hours dependent on volunteer availability, the society is always keen to hear from anyone interested in helping to keep the sails turning – whether by supporting open days, assisting with maintenance, or getting involved behind the scenes.

More information about visiting Wrawby Postmill, arranging group bookings, or volunteering can be found via the Wrawby Windmill Society website.