Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm

The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm

England
List entry 1019389
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm is a Grade II listed agricultural building located in Somerset, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and reflects the farming practices associated with monastic or manorial agricultural operations typical of its era. The barn exemplifies the substantial stone construction methods employed for estate farm buildings during the medieval and early post-medieval periods. Such barns served essential functions in storing grain and agricultural produce for the local religious or secular establishment.

The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019389. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm?

The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm is a Grade II listed agricultural building located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019389.

Who is responsible for protecting The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm?

The Abbey Barn at Abbey 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 1019389.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Abbey Barn at Abbey Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street (2 km), Ponter's Ball linear earthwork (3.1 km), Tinney's trackways, west of Sharpham Bridge (3.7 km).

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