Landbeach Tithe Barn – an important part of history

Picture1This week I was pleased to have chaired a meeting with representatives from the Landbeach Society, Landbeach Parish Council, Denny Abbey Farm Museum and Cambridge Past Present and Future about the long term future of Landbeach Tithe Barn.

Tithe Barn’s are now quite rare in the UK. I have heard 90% of them have been converted. Only 190 remain, with Landbeach the only example in the whole of Cambridgeshire. It is also unique, being that it still has the original floor in place.

The reason for the meeting, was to look at ways to secure the long term future of the Tithe Barn. Currently it is in need of a roof repair that would cost £30,000 – which is not an insignificant sum. Different options were discussed. One way could be if the Tithe Barn was opened on a regular basis then grant applications could be possible. This is course will take some serious time and effort.

Next week there will be a South Cambs District Council (who own the building) Portfolio Holders meeting. Certainly we will be put forward that case the progress is being made. It would be great if we can secure the future of this wonderful building for future generations. Especially as in 2027 it will be 500 years old.

 

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