Chesterton Windmill is a stunning 17th century windmill which sits on a hilltop just a few miles outside the Warwickshire towns of Royal Leamington Spa and Warwick. The windmill was restored to its original splendour in the 1970’s and is now a preserved monument. Any visitor will be treated to wonderful views of the surrounding Warwickshire countryside and the nearby Roman town of Chesterton.
In the distance the Fosse way, the Roman road that connected Chester with Lincoln can be seen. The site is both a place of natural beauty and ancient history. The windmill is definitely worth making a detour to visit especially if you are a photographer. Sunset shots are amongst the best in the country.
There is an excellent 100 metre grass path from the layby to the monument.
The windmill is easily accessible from a layby on the Windmill Hill Lane. The site is popular so the layby may be full when you arrive. Many people park further down the road and walk the extra distance to the windmill. Please be considerate to others if you do this. For those that wish to do a little more walking, there are some pleasant walks to be enjoyed close to the windmill.
Nearby places of interest
The Stag at Offchurch is one of the closest local pubs, just a 10 minute drive away. The pub has real character and has a reputation for good food. The regency spa town of Leamington is just a few minutes further drive away and it has numerous excellent restaurants and shops. The town of Warwick is equi-distant away and it too, has a wide range of excellent restaurants to tempt the hungry traveller as well as its famous castle to visit. The towns are attractions in their own right and a must see for anyone new to the area. Allow a long time for any visit as a short trip would not do the towns’ justice.
The British Motor Museum resides a 15 minute drive away at Gaydon. The museum is a car enthusiast’s Mecca. It would be a sin not to find the time to visit it.
South Warwickshire is one of the most attractive, yet under-rated parts of the country. Chesterton Windmill is perhaps the county’s best kept secret. We recommend you visit Chesterton and the lovely countryside around it. We know you’ll enjoy it.
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