Monument record MDO624 - Wyke Farm Barn, Castleton
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Summary
Two Barns are probably both originally sixteenth century. They form one continuous single storey range about 230 feet long, with rubble walls and slate-covered roofs.
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Full Description
Two barns, probably 16th cent., with rubble walls and slate roofs, forming one continuous range about 230 feet long. They are within the manor of Wyke, which once belonged to Sherborne Abbey. <2>
Two barns, probably 16th century tithe barns, in excellent condition. Later building added to the north west end and a row of pigsties added to the north east side do not detract. Outstanding buildings. Detail correct on 25" MSD but not described. <3>
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SDO97 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments England. 1952. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume I (West). 70.
- <2> SWX1540 Map: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Map 6in. 6 inch to 1 mile. 1962.
- <3> SWX3817 Unpublished document: Phillips, A S. Various. Field Investigators Comments ASP. F1 ASP 04-NOV-77.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 199554.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 6003 1460 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST61SW |
| Civil Parish | Castleton; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 023 006
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 61 SW 1
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 199554
Record last edited
Oct 4 2022 1:16PM
