Tithe Barn, Manor Farm, Doulting
Tithe Barn, Manor Farm, Doulting, Medieval tithe barn in Doulting, England
The Grade I listed Tithe Barn at Manor Farm features eight bays supported by buttresses and includes two wagon porches for agricultural access points.
Built in the 15th century, this barn served Glastonbury Abbey as a storage facility for collecting one-tenth portions of agricultural produce from local farmers.
The timber structure reflects medieval English agricultural architecture, with cruck roof trusses made from wood felled between 1288 and 1290.
The barn maintains its original layout and structure, offering visitors a view into historical agricultural practices through its preserved architectural elements.
Dendrochronological analysis of the roof timbers reveals precise construction dates, making it one of the most accurately dated medieval barns in Somerset.
Location: Doulting
GPS coordinates: 51.18530,-2.50609
Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:56
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