Although no longer working, it still contains most of its original machinery on four floors accessed by steep stairs. Watch a short film about milling before having a go yourself with the hand quern. Children can use the free millers’ trail to look for the hidden millers. Afterwards treat yourself in the kiosk that sells hot and cold drinks, ice-creams, sweets and gifts before exploring the surrounding countryside that inspired J.M.W Turner.

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/isleofwight