Late 18th century barns at Porridge Hall (EHER 48344)

Two barns, both proposed for conversion in 2013, dating to the late 18th century.

2013. Building survey. The barns at Porridge Hall were both built sometime around 1800, but probably not at the same time. The north barn is likely to be slightly earlier. This was a period when corn farmers prospered because of the shortages caused by the Napoleonic Wars (1793-1815). At that time, landlords were able to invest in new buildings. Within a fairly short period, the north barn was built, probably replacing an older one, then extended, and then the south barn was added. The long low slate-roofed range close to the farmhouse was probably built for livestock at about the same time. Although there have been many alterations, especially to the north barn, the original character of the buildings can still be seen. <1>