# Friends of Upminster Windmill — Reviews & Visitor Info

> Friends of Upminster Windmill in Upminster. Opening hours, ratings, location and directions.

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Historical Landmark

# Friends of Upminster Windmill

89 St Mary's Lane, Upminster

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3869565071125501625&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

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**In short:** Friends of Upminster Windmill is a historical landmark in Upminster, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 173 Google reviews.

Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Friends of Upminster Windmill

Friends of Upminster Windmill operates a cafe within this restored 18th-century windmill on St Mary's Lane. The venue holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.

The cafe sits within a visitor attraction that includes gardens and accessible facilities. Parking is available on site.

## What's nearby

- Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School, Upminster 150m away
- New Windmill Hall 150m away
- St. Joseph's Catholic Church 150m away
- ALDI 300m away
- Upminster Park 350m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

Visitors say this tourist destination features a beautifully restored windmill with mesmerizing turning mechanisms and stunning views from the wraparound balcony. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly volunteers who make local history come alive, and the reasonable prices in the gift shop. Guests mention the fantastic facilities, including a cafe, beautiful gardens, and accessible toilets, as well as convenient and ample parking.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Category** Landmarks & Monuments

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (173 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Destination** Upminster

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★ 4.6 (173 reviews)

[Visit official website](http://www.upminsterwindmill.org/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[0300 030 1803](tel:03000301803)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Upminster

**Plus Code** 9F32H65W+52

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## Quick answers

### Is Friends of Upminster Windmill any good?

Friends of Upminster Windmill is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 173 Google reviews.

### Is Friends of Upminster Windmill good for children?

Yes, Friends of Upminster Windmill is listed as good for children.

### Is Friends of Upminster Windmill wheelchair accessible?

Friends of Upminster Windmill has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Friends of Upminster Windmill?

Yes: free car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact Friends of Upminster Windmill?

Call Friends of Upminster Windmill on +44 300 030 1803.

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