Barn Approximately 10 Metres East Of Lower Minchingdown Farmhouse

This is a bank barn located approximately 10 metres east of Lower Minchingdown Farmhouse, dated 1848 and built for James Gill. It is constructed from mudstone rubble and has a slate roof. The barn is terraced into the hillside and faces south. It features opposing doors leading to the threshing floor and has a hexagonal horse engine house at the rear right (east). There is a basement shippon, and the front of the barn is symmetrical. The basement includes three segmental-headed arches, with the central arch wider than the two on either side. Above this, there is a large double doorway to the barn, with the roof pitch extending down to create a hood over the door. Each side of the door is flanked by sets of four pigeon holes. Below the doorway is a Beerstone plaque inscribed 'James Gill, AD 1848'. All doors are made of plank and ledge construction and have wrought iron strap hinges, which are likely original. The roof is gable-ended. At the rear, large double doors with a hood similar to those at the front provide access directly from the higher ground. The engine house features a low slate roof, and although the machinery has been removed, it retains a massive oak beam. The interior of the barn has not been inspected.