Burgh le Marsh history

Burgh le Marsh lies between the Wolds and the coast and is set on a rising ground, once the site of a Roman fort, historically because it was a safe place from both the elements and unwelcome visitors.

Hanson's & Dobson's Mills

The town has two mills, Hanson's Mill which is now a private residence built in 1855 and Dobson's Mill. This mill, which is open to the public, was fully operational up until 1964. It is a five-sailed mill built by Sam Oxley, but this example of his work is unusual in that its sails are left-handed.

St. Peter & St. Paul's Church

The Church of St Peter and St Paul's was built in the 14th century. Inside there is a fine Jacobean pulpit and a lectern carved by Jabez Good, a barber and taxidermist who lived in the town. The peal of eight bells can regularly be heard and local customs of ringing the 'Shriving Bell' on Shrove Tuesday and the 'Passing Bell' on the death of a local person are still maintained to this day. From the outside of the church can be seen the impressive clock face which warns 'Watch and pray for ye know not when the time is'.

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