The tide mill, built in 1793, is the fourth to be located on the site which is exposed to nature's harsher elements.

Y. The apparatus which forms the subject of this invention differs from the ordinary tide mills, in being altogether independent of any return or current. It may be employed in any tidal water ...

Woodbridge Tide Mill in Suffolk is set to reopen after works were carried out to protect its enormous oak feet from the effects of the water.