Update 03/11/2025:
Please note: due to the commencement of the mill repairs programme there will be a full closure of our site on Wednesday 5th, Thursday 6th and Friday 7th November 2025.
Opening of the interactive science centre and award-winning community garden will resume from Saturday 8th November for general visits as per our usual opening times.
As a reminder, there will be no access to the windmill building after Sunday 2nd November for up to 52 weeks while the major repair programme is carried out.
We are excited to announce essential repairs to bring Grade II listed Green’s Windmill back to full working order will begin Monday 3rd November 2025. It is anticipated to last 52 weeks. The extensive works will include mending the cap, repointing the exterior of the tower, stripping and repainting the interior of the tower, refurbishing the sails.
Due to the nature and complexity of the works there will be no public access to the windmill building during this period. However, the interactive science centre and award-winning garden will remain open for general visits Wednesday to Sunday 10am-4pm. Entry is free. We’re still available for school visits, parties etc and will operate a partial programme of public events.
In the early 1800’s Green’s Mill was owned and operated by mathematical physicist George Green. His mathematics – called Green’s Theorem and Green’s functions – are used today by scientists and engineers across the world working with computers, lasers, and satellite communications.
Jamie Duff, Green’s Windmill Trust Heritage Officer, says, “Once the repairs are complete people across the county will see our famous white sails on the horizon and turning in the wind. Visitors will once again be able to climb our historic mill and see how grain is turned into flour using traditional methods. We’re extremely lucky to have George Green’s windmill in our city and by safeguarding its future we’re keeping Green’s legacy alive and helping to preserve the UK’s milling heritage for the benefit and enjoyment of future generations.”
The work will be undertaken by Ackroyd Construction in association with Green’s Windmill Trust and owners of the building Nottingham City Council. The Council secured a grant of £685,000 to carry out the work from the MEND fund for maintenance repairs to historic buildings.
While the work will constrain our visitor offer it will result in Green’s Windmill becoming fully functional again and secure its long-term future. We would appreciate your patience and understand during this time and look forward to this iconic Nottingham landmark being brought back to full working order.