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HWW ~ Fountains Mill

Abbey Mill built by the monks of Fountains Abbey , N Yorkshire restored by English Heritage and National Trust. The first mill was probable built in 1140 and became one of the largest corn mills in the country. By the 20th century a water turbine was added after gaining a new waterwheel in the 19th century for sawmill operations.
PiP for water wheel.



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33 comments

Joe, Son of the Rock said:

Great perspective an excellent use of lead-in lines, Herb. I love the reflection. All the best, Joe
4 weeks ago

Herb Riddle replied to Joe, Son of the Rock:

Thanks Joe, I presume you did not notice that I had entirely the wrong description up here originally. Glad you liked it.

HWW, enjoy the day. Herb
4 weeks ago

Stephan Fey said:

HWW, Herb!
4 weeks ago ( translate )

benastrada said:

This is so peaceful... excellent capture. HWW
4 weeks ago ( translate )

Herb Riddle replied to benastrada:

Welcome to my gallery Benastrada. Glad that you enjoyed this from me. Please call again.

HWW, enjoy the day. Herb
4 weeks ago

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Lovely composition; like the reflections.
hWW
4 weeks ago

Malik Raoulda said:

Admirable et excellente prise bien informée et joliment partagée.
HWW et excellente journée paisible et reposante.
4 weeks ago ( translate )

TOZ said:

Another super Image from the Abbey Herb nice lead in to the Hall with great reflections and a very nice wall.
HWW have a good day.
Gordon
Ps water makes so much difference to a photo.
4 weeks ago

Herb Riddle replied to TOZ:

Cheers Gordon. A lot of photo opps around here. Imagine this with a real characteristic sky!

HWW, enjoy the day. Herb
4 weeks ago

Nick Weall said:

HWW Herb
4 weeks ago ( translate )

Ulrich John said:

Feine Perspektive, Herb ! HWW and a good Wednesday for you !
4 weeks ago

tiabunna said:

A fascinating old building. Great composition and reflections, Herb. HWW and have a good week.
4 weeks ago

Roger (Grisly) said:

Great looking restoration of this lovely mill and well captured from a nice perspective Herb, HWW!
4 weeks ago

Don Sutherland said:

Brilliant shot.
4 weeks ago ( translate )

trester88 said:

Schöne Mauern am Gebäude und am Flussrand. HWW, Herb!
4 weeks ago ( translate )