The Arlott Family
The Old Mill has been in the Arlott Family for more than half a century. Evelyn on establishing The Old Mill always wanted such a stunningly beautiful place to be enjoyed and afforded by all - a promise to this day still kept by Robin and Diane.
Privately run by the Arlott family for more than 60 years, The Old Mill has earned a reputation for traditional home cooking and friendly service. Over many years our professional team has earned an excellent standing envied by many, which is personally supervised by a family who are caring, experienced and motivated.
Robin and Diane's youngest son, Jack, may well carry on the family tradition of cooks/chefs. Currently studying catering at BCOT. In the past having won many cooking competitions and reaching "The Young Chef of the Year" final at the tender age of 14.
The present Old Mill was built circa 1800 and used as a flour mill until the 1920s, trading with such companies as Huntley and Palmers. The original iron water wheel was removed during the Second World War and sold for weapons, in which time the Mill was used as a billet, tea rooms and guest house. In 1957 the top two storeys were removed and an oak floor was laid over the old flagstones. Today the Grade II listed buildings continue to exude their old English character and charm.
A Detailed history of The Old Mill and the Arlott Family can be downloaded for viewing or printing - please note that this is a multi-page document and may take a little time to download
