Tithe Barn, Medieval tithe barn in Pilton, England
The stone barn extends across nine bays with tall narrow slits along its walls, featuring a raised cruck roof and four gables with evangelist symbols.
Built between 1322 and 1334 under Abbot Adam de Sodbury of Glastonbury, the barn served as storage for agricultural produce collected by Glastonbury Abbey.
The barn reflects medieval religious taxation practices where local farmers contributed one-tenth of their annual produce to support the church and its activities.
The building functions as a community venue for weddings, fairs, and public events, featuring the largest expanse of Blue Lias Stone and lime concrete flooring in Europe.
After a lightning strike destroyed its thatched roof in 1963, the barn remained in ruins until Michael Eavis purchased and restored it with traditional materials in 1995.
Location: Pilton
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 51.16340,-2.58915
Latest update: March 7, 2025 11:40
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