Two of the sails had canvas coverings and two had louvres so they could be opened to save the windmill from damage in high winds.
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Sails Brixton Windmill
From Laura Porter, About.com
Two of the sails had canvas coverings and two had louvres so they could be opened to save the windmill from damage in high winds.
Brixton Windmill, Blenheim Gardens, London SW2 5ET
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