Historic 12th century mill producing flour during lockdown, Gower, Swansea.
Swansea, Wales, UK. 16th June 2020. The historic water mill at the Gower Heritage centre in south Wales, which is still turning despite the popular tourist attraction being closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic restrictions. There has been a mill at the location on the peninsular since 1160, and it is still in operation today, with flour going into the locally produced bread and being sold online for collection and delivery. Pictured is Richie Saunders who helps maintain the 12th century mill, inspecting the spur wheel, which is part of the gears, turned by the water wheel. Credit : Robert Melen/Alamy Live News