Terrific Tithe Barn in Landbeach

Tithe barns were built in the days when every peasant gave a tenth of his crops to the church, the contributions being stacked in the barn for winter threshing and storage. These barns were built wide, long, and tall, with thick walls to help preserve food over the winter. Once prolific across the UK, there are now only about 200 tithe barns left.

This year, the Tithe Barn will be open on Saturdays, 13 and 20 September, from 10 am to 3pm. There will be opportunities to learn about the barn's amazing history, what daily life would have been like for those who built it, and what was discovered during initial restoration work. There will be crafts and activities for children, plus the Tithe Barn offers tranquil views over pastures to the edge of Landbeach, so why not bring your own picnic to enjoy on the lawn? Light refreshments will be available.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:

1000 - 1500

Saturday 20 September:

1000 - 1500

Location & directions

2A Waterbeach Road, Landbeach, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 9FA

Directions:

You can find the gate entrance to the barn opposite No. 2 Waterbeach Road, Landbeach, CB25 9FA. Free parking is available.

Contact on day:

Kate

Telephone number:

+447522608807

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

While the barn and eco-loos on site are accessible, please note that as an agricultural pasture, the site has uneven ground. If you have questions about accessibility at the Tithe Barn, you can learn more by emailing [email protected].

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