Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm

Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm

England
List entry 1014894
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm is a timber-framed agricultural building of medieval origin located in Worcestershire. The structure exemplifies the cruck construction technique, whereby pairs of curved timber beams rise from ground level to support the roof, a method characteristic of medieval and early post-medieval building practice in England. The barn demonstrates the vernacular agricultural architecture that would have served the farming activities of its associated farmstead. As a surviving example of traditional timber construction, the building contributes to understanding medieval rural settlement patterns and building technology in the West Midlands region.

Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014894. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm?

Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm is a timber-framed agricultural building of medieval origin located in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014894.

Who is responsible for protecting Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm?

Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1014894.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cruck Barn at Leigh Court Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle at Castle Green (1.6 km), Moated site 590m north east of The Elms (4 km), Moated site at Earl's Court (4.2 km).

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