Windmills have featured in Lytham’s history for hundreds of years. In 1805 Richard Cookson sought and obtained a lease from the Squire for a plot of land on which to build a ‘windy milne’. Later, in 1860, when the prestigious houses in the area were being built the residents looked upon the Windmill as an “industrial nuisance”.
On the 2nd January 1919, a tremendous gale turned the sales despite the powerful brake and sparks ignited the woodwork. The Windmill was quickly ravaged by fire, the interior being entirely gutted.
The Windmill remained derelict until 1921, when it was given by the Squire to the Lytham Urban District Council. In 1989, the Windmill was restored by Fylde Borough Council and opened to the public. Lytham Windmill is run in partnership with Fylde Borough Council and Lytham Heritage Group.
The Windmill is situated on Lytham Green and is open to the public during the season and entry is free of charge.
Donation boxes are available for anyone wishing to make a donation to the Heritage Group.
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Free Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Summer Season 2023 (1 June 2023 - 18 Sept 2023) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Tuesday | Closed* | |
Wednesday - Sunday | 10:30 | - 16:30* |
Heritage Open Days (8 Sept 2023 - 11 Sept 2023) | ||
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Day | Times |
* Closed for lunch 1pm to 2pm. - Open Monday/Tuesday for SCHOOL PARTIES ONLY
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