Winchester City Mill stands on an island in the River Itchen at the bottom of the High Street and has been grinding grain here since at least 1086. The building you see dates from 1743, and the National Trust restored it to working order in the early 2000s. On milling days, you can watch the great wheel turning and the stone grinding flour, which is sold in the shop.
The mill sits at the point where the High Street crosses the Itchen, and its position — between the medieval street and the water meadows beyond — makes it one of the most evocative buildings in Winchester. The millpond beside it is home to trout, which are clearly visible from the bridge. From here it is a short walk into the water meadows that inspired Keats, or upstream toward the cathedral.