Information for record number MWA1771:
Rowington Green Windmill - 'Bouncing Bess'

Summary Rowington Green Windmill, the remains of a tower mill built in the Imperial period. It was converted to steam, but ceased operating in 1916. During World War One it was used to house German prisoners. It now forms part of a house complex.
What Is It?  
Type: Windmill, Tower Mill, Prisoner Of War Camp, Mill, Steam Plant
Period: Imperial - Industrial (1751 AD - 1913 AD)
Where Is It?  
Parish: Rowington
District: Warwick, Warwickshire
Grid Reference: SP 20 70
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Level of Protection National - Old SMR PrefRef (Grade: )
Listed Building (Grade: II)
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