Dressing a millstone, Stevington Windmill and Three Locks at Pitstone

From the collection of

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton collects, preserves, catalogues and provides public access to its collection of films and magic lantern slides. The collection charts the rise of screen culture in the region and the nation and captures many aspects of life, work and creativity in the South East from the late 19th century to the present day. It is available for research, screenings, creative re-use and commercial access.

Dressing a millstone, Stevington Windmill and Three Locks at Pitstone

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton
Stevington
1965-01-01
Silent
4m

We open with a rural craftsman using a 'mill bill' in a wooden handle, called a 'thrift' to cut a harp-shaped pattern into a large undressed millstone. At least he is wearing eye protection. We then see the windmill at Stevington from various angles before visiting the Grand Union Canal at Three Locks. After a variety of boats pass by we end the film with views of the 17th century Pitstone Mill.

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