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History: This structure, known as Onze Molen, was recorded in 1850 as only the second tower-mill in the Malmesbury district. It was erected in 1840 and served as a windmill till after the turn of the century when the mechanism and the top portion of the mill were removed and the remaining structure was used as a horsemill. The mill was poorly restored as part of a new housing complex.
Visual Description: The present mill structure consists of a truncated—cone tower built of coffee stone and plastered with mud. It has been lime washed. The structure which originally had a domed shaped cap and sails, was built about 1850. For many years it served as a wind—mill and once the cap was removed, as a horse—mill. The mill was in a very dilapidated condition, but the Natal Building Society who were the developers of the surrounding township restored the mill.
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