Maud Foster Windmill

A working five-sailed Victorian tower mill beside the Maud Foster Drain, producing flour and offering a vivid link to fenland industry.

This five-sailed mill stands beside the drain whose name it shares, linking a striking industrial landmark to Boston’s water-managed landscape. Its machinery and milling story show how locally grown grain was processed before modern industrial methods took over. The form of the tower and sails is impressive from outside, while any opportunity to explore the interior gives a closer view of the work involved. Check the mill’s current visitor information, as access and milling activity can vary.