Paston Great Barn, Medieval thatched barn in Paston, England
The stone and flint barn stretches 70 meters in length with symmetrical double doors, buttresses, and ventilation slits along its walls.
Built in 1581 by Sir William Paston III, this agricultural structure served as a grain store with three Victorian wings added later for cattle.
The inscription above the southern door reads 'THE BILDING OF THIS BEARNE IS Bl SIR W PASTON KNIGHTE', marking the connection to local nobility.
The barn operates under strict conservation protocols since 1999, with limited access to protect multiple bat species residing within its structure.
Four bat species, including the rare barbastelle bat, make their home in the timber lintels of the barn doors and interior spaces.
Location: Paston
GPS coordinates: 52.85820,1.44758
Latest update: April 3, 2025 22:07
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