Linhay, About 10 Metres West Of Lower Chelmsine Farmhouse

The linhay, located about 10 meters west of Lower Chelmsine Farmhouse, is a structure dating from the late 17th century to early 18th century, with alterations made in the 19th and 20th centuries. It is constructed of rubble, cob, and weatherboarding, topped with a thatched roof. The building has a 9-bay plan, oriented north-south, with its gable end facing the road and the east front looking onto the foldyard. The upper storey is weatherboarded, featuring weatherboarding below and doorways. The left side is made of rubble, while the right side consists of rubble with cob above and weatherboarding. Although the interior has not been seen, it is reported to contain eight pairs of curved sling-braced trusses. The rear posts are supported in the cob walls, and the front posts rest on square stone blocks. The upper ends of the trusses connect to the principal rafters using iron pins and wedges, secured above with stab ties to the wall plate. This linhay is a rare example of this type of roof surviving in an agricultural building.