Windmill and bakehouse dwelling at Farndon Windmill, Crees Lane, Farndon

“The proposal involves the conversion and alteration of Farndon Windmill and the adjoining bakehouse to create a single dwelling. It includes rebuilding the collapsed section of the bakehouse, linking the two buildings with a modern glazed structure, and reinstating historic features such as the windmill gallery.”

“The existing timber outbuilding will be demolished and replaced with a smaller timber- framed garage and workshop, and a new driveway will be created off Crees Lane to serve both the new dwelling and Mill House.”

“Report to Planning Committee 9 April 2026 Business Manager Lead: Oliver Scott – Planning Development Lead Officer: Christine Beresford – Planner Report Summary Application No. 25/00870/LBC Proposal Change of Use and Conversion and Alterations of Windmill and Bakehouse to Form Dwelling. Demolish Outbuilding and Erect Replacement Garage and Workshop.”

“The windmill is at risk level 3, ‘poor’. • Sits in a flood zone 3a within Newark’s open break…”

“PREAPP/00267/23 - Convert existing Brick built bake house and disused windmill to from x 1, 2 bed dwelling and Convert brick and timber-built chicken shed to form x 1, 2 bed dwelling –Advice given 04.03.2024 • 20/02149/HOUSE - Proposed boundary fencing and access gates (Retrospective) – application permitted 06.01.2021 • 25/00869/FUL - change of Use and ‘Self Build’ Conversion and Alterations of Windmill and Bakehouse to Form Dwelling.”

“The proposed conversion and alteration of the Grade II listed Farndon Windmill and associated bakehouse into a residential dwelling would result in a low level of less than substantial harm to the historic fabric and significance of the buildings. This harm arises from the loss of historic material and changes to the original plan form, particularly through the insertion of new openings and internal modifications.”

“Historic England has confirmed that they are not providing detailed advice on this application, as their engagement would not add significant value in this instance. They recommend that the applicant seek guidance from specialist conservation and archaeological advisers and refer to Historic England’s published advice online. Further consultation with Historic England is not required unless there are material changes to the proposals. Environment Agency…”

“Representations/Non-Statutory Consultation 6.5.1 Resident Comments Summarised comments: One resident comment was received raising concerns relating to access and road safety. The comment noted that vehicle access to the site has historically been taken from the riverside onto Farndon Road, with flood defences having previously constructed a road for this purpose.”

“One supportive comment was received from an identified local resident, although no detailed observations were provided beyond stating support for the proposal.”

“Members considered the application, and it was commented that there were some iron caseworks that did not appear to be protected. The original cap on the windmill was onion shaped, the proposed cap gave the appearance of a light house and was not in keeping with the original design, consideration was sought in terms of heritage for both the ironworks and capping arrangement.”

“The Business Manager - Planning Development confirmed that he had inspected the ironworks himself, and they were unlikely to be salvaged. Effort could be made to retrieve them and use them somewhere else in the windmill. There were also practicable problems, trying to do a timber onion shaped cap which was also expensive and would require regular maintenance. The flat cap offered practicable solutions and was designed for water to drain off.”

“AGREED (with 12 votes For and 1 vote Against) that Planning Permission be approved, subject to the conditions contained within the report and a schedule of works prior to commencement of works.”

“Although the determination of listed building consent is limited by the parameters of section 16 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990, decision-makers must be cognisant of other legislation and relevant considerations. In this case, it is understood that the EA has concerns about the re-use and improvement of the mill tower.”

“03 Prior to any works on the windmill or bakehouse, a detailed schedule of works shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved schedule. Reason: To ensure that the works are undertaken in a manner that preserves the historic fabric and significance of the listed buildings.”