Tithe barn

England
List entry 1003427
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tithe barn is a medieval agricultural building located in Gloucestershire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents the type of substantial stone-built barn constructed to store tithes and agricultural produce collected by the Church or local landowners. Such barns are characteristic features of the medieval English countryside, serving both practical storage functions and demonstrating the wealth and authority of their patrons. The building's construction and survival reflect the importance of agricultural surplus management in medieval rural economies.

Tithe barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003427. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tithe barn?

Tithe barn is a medieval agricultural building located in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003427.

Who is responsible for protecting Tithe barn?

Tithe barn 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 1003427.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tithe barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lower Swell long barrow 400m north-west of St Mary`s Church (6.7 km), Roman burials, medieval settlement remains and a later ditched enclosure east of St Mary's Church (6.7 km), Market cross in Market Square (6.8 km).

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