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A spectacular 14th century monastic stone barn, 51 metres long, with an amazing timber cruck roof. Read more about the history of the barn. Before You Go Opening Times: Open daily from 10.30am-4pm. The barn may occasionally be closed for local events - please check with Bradford on Avon Preservation Trust before you visit. Parking: There is limited paid parking at the site (charge applies as it is not managed by English Heritage). The barn is also within easy walking distance of the town centre and train station, where more parking is available. Group Visits and Events: The barn is managed by Bradford on Avon Preservation Trust. Please contact them directly to arrange group visits or third party events. Facilities: The centre of Bradford-on-Avon is a short walk away, and has shops, toilets and places to eat and drink. There are also toilets available in the station. Other Information: More information about the barn is available in the West Barn opposite. Plan a Great Day Out Bring a picnic and enjoy the area around the barn, which is next to the River Avon and the Kennet and Avon Canal, and close to Barton Farm Country Park. The centre of pretty Bradford-on-Avon is a short walk away. Farleigh Hungerford Castle is a three mile drive from the barn. Explore the ruins of the castle and its chapel, take the audio tour and pick up a souvenir in the well-stocked gift shop. Stoney Littleton Long Barrow, Bratton Camp and White Horse and Nunney Castle are also within driving distance. Opening Times 1 April 2017 - 29 March 2018 Monday 10:30 - 16:00 Tuesday 10:30 - 16:00 Wednesday 10:30 - 16:00 Thursday 10:30 - 16:00 Friday 10:30 - 16:00 Saturday 10:30 - 16:00 Sunday 10:30 - 16:00 Notes Barn may be closed during local events. Check EH website for details. Holiday opening times for this period Good Friday 14 Apr 2017 10:30 - 16:00 Easter Sunday 16 Apr 2017 10:30 - 16:00 Easter Monday 17 Apr 2017 10:30 - 16:00 Early May Bank Holiday 1 May 2017 10:30 - 16:00 Spring Bank Holiday 29 May 2017 10:30 - 16:00 Summer Bank Holiday 28 Aug 2017 10:30 - 16:00 Christmas Eve 24 Dec 2017 Closed Christmas Day 25 Dec 2017 Closed Boxing Day 26 Dec 2017 Closed 30 March 2018 onwards Opening times will be available nearer the time |