Monthly Archives: June 2011

Windmill-powered rafts invade Britain

Posted on 30 June 2011 by

Or not. But at the beginning of the 19th century, Napoleon was intent on crossing the Channel and invading Britain: “Let us be masters of the Channel for six hours and we are masters of the world.” (That was before … Continue reading →

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Flamenco, folk and fairy cakes

Posted on 29 June 2011 by

A small but enthusiastic crowd enjoyed a benefit gig for the Friends of Windmill Gardens at the other main attraction on Blenheim Gardens – the Windmill pub. The varied sets included excellent flamenco guitarist Fernando Reyes (whose performance inspired an … Continue reading →

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Video of Brixton Windmill opening parade

Posted on 28 June 2011 by

Brixton Windmill Opening from Marco Windham on Vimeo. Marco Windham, who took the great video of the windmill sails being replaced, was also on hand on 2 May to record the May Day parade up Brixton Hill and the opening … Continue reading →

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Mill memories: Mick Street

Posted on 28 June 2011 by

Mick moved to Australia 42 years ago, but he read an article on windmills in Best of British magazine, which included Brixton Windmill. This prompted him to write to us: “I spent my childhood at Brixton Hill and, together with … Continue reading →

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Benefit night for Brixton Windmill

Posted on 26 June 2011 by

Our great friends and supporters at the Windmill pub, one of south London’s best music venues, are generously holding a benefit night this coming Tuesday 28 June to raise money for Friends of Windmill Gardens events. As well as the … Continue reading →

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