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Special Events See us on YouTube In addition to our normal opening to the public, Cranbrook Union Mill takes part in events both locally and nationally and may open extra days to support these. National Mills Weekend, 12th and 13th May 2012 National Mills Weekend is held on the second weekend of May each year. The weekend is organised by the Mills Section of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. As many wind and water mills as are able open on one or both of the two days of the weekend; full details will be posted on SPAB's website. The mills that are open to the public during this national festival do not only produce flour, but are expected to include a silk mill at Whitchurch in Hampshire, a woollen mill at Trefiw near Conwy in Wales and the country's largest water-powered cotton mill at Styal in Cheshire. Some of the working mills are more than 300 years old, yet are still efficiently doing the job they were built and designed for into the 21st century.
Many mills taking part run special family events and activities during the weekend, including demonstrations and the chance to buy flour and other produce made on the premises. This event has grown year on year. The popularity of National Mills Weekend shows how important these wonderful buildings are, both in terms of our national heritage and our landscape. And, with increasing interest in natural food production and sustainable power sources it's hardly surprising that people want to find out more. Check the Website for more details. Cranbrook Flour Show, 2012
The "Best in Show" prize was presented to Kylie Brudenall, of Hawkhurst, by our Judge, John Priestley. Winner of the Children's Class of Novelty Shaped loaves was Erin Bourne, aged 8, from Maidstone, with her "Ladybird" bread. Last year's show was supported by local craft bakers, Chaney's of Cranbrook and Avards of Lamberhurst, along with "Carrs Breadmaker" and "WH Marriage's" bread flours, and the Cranbrook Co-operative store. The Show was also enhanced by a demonstration in Skep Making by a local beekeeper. You can find out more about the Real Bread Campaign, on their website National Heritage Open Day - September 9th, 2012 National Heritage Open Days celebrate England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission. Every year on four days in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors, ranging from castles to factories, town halls to tithe barns, parish churches to Buddhist temples. It is a once-a-year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to life local history and culture. Check the Website for more details of Open Days, 6th-9th September 2012. Cranbrook Apple & History Fair - 2012 date to be announced Held in the centre of the town - in October 2011, the attractions included an Apple Press (people brought a few of their own apples), Morris Dancers, Hog Roast, Toffee Apples, Jazz Bands, Craft Fair, street entertainment (including The Red Barrows), historic vehicles, and much more besides. The Windmill was open during the day from 11am and we were inundated with visitors. There are now some pictures of the day HERE Cranbrook Mill Honoured - September 2010
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The second Cranbrook Flour Show Competition for Home Breadmakers was held at the Windmill on Sunday 15th May 2011 in conjunction with the 
Kent County Council awarded the contract for weatherproofing (painting) the Mill to 
