# Rayleigh Windmill — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This historic windmill offers families a glimpse into traditional milling with onsite dining and facilities including baby changing. While parking and accessible toilets are available, the windmill itself isn't wheelchair accessible. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/rayleigh/attractions/rayleigh-windmill (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Rayleigh Windmill Bellingham Lane [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14378931709261447933&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Peter Newbold](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102726006352670521551) **In short:** Rayleigh Windmill is an attraction in Rayleigh, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 130 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Rayleigh Windmill This historic windmill offers families a glimpse into traditional milling with onsite dining and facilities including baby changing. While parking and accessible toilets are available, the windmill itself isn't wheelchair accessible. ## What's nearby - The Mill Arts & Events Centre next door - Rayleigh Conservative Club next door - The Pink Toothbrush next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM **Thursday** Closed **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 1:00 – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 1:00 – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Chris Kissensing](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117565047607783169694/reviews) ★★★★★ We recently got married here. The venue was lovely, the day was lovely and all the staff on hand were great. Amazing! · via Google [Gary Homer](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107832208697760570607/reviews) ★★★★★ Unusual thing to find so close to the High Street. The volunteers are very friendly helpful and knowledgeable. Worth a visit but you must be physically fit to climb the stairs as there’s no disabled access to the upper floors. Check opening times/days before going. · via Google [Mark Creffield](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103708962189502299130/reviews) ★★★★★ Friendly and helpful guides parking right next to the mill · via Google [Dave Cutts](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100633008313581160228/reviews) ★★★★★ A lovely mill dates back to the early 1800s. Fully restored and open to the public some weekend, you will need to check the website. Carpark on site, park for free on Sunday. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8db7a8685bb41:0xc78c3a34ec2102fd!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, SS6 7ED [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5883871%2C0.6062151) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (130 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Rayleigh [More attractions in Rayleigh](https://staycation.co.uk/rayleigh/attractions) ★ 4.6 (130 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.rochford.gov.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01702 546366](tel:01702546366) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Rayleigh **Postcode** SS6 7ED **Payment** Cards **Plus Code** 9F32HJQ4+9F [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8db7a8685bb41:0xc78c3a34ec2102fd!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8db7a8685bb41:0xc78c3a34ec2102fd!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8db7a8685bb41:0xc78c3a34ec2102fd!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Rayleigh Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DRayleigh%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/rayleigh/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/rayleigh/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Rayleigh Windmill? Rayleigh Windmill is open Mon–Tue closed; Wed 10am–1pm; Thu–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 1pm–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Rayleigh Windmill any good? Rayleigh Windmill is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 130 Google reviews. ### Is Rayleigh Windmill good for children? Yes, Rayleigh Windmill is listed as good for children. ### Is Rayleigh Windmill indoors or outdoors? Rayleigh Windmill has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Rayleigh Windmill suitable for? Rayleigh Windmill suits all ages. ### Is Rayleigh Windmill wheelchair accessible? Rayleigh Windmill has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Rayleigh Windmill? Yes: paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Rayleigh Windmill? 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