Croft Barn Restoration
Open Day at 16th century Croft Barn at Whitecastle Vineyard VISITORS will be welcomed to the listed grade II* Croft Barn at Whitecastle Vineyard, Llanvetherine…
Our 16th-century
Croft Barn
Discover Croft Barn a hidden gem nestled at the foothill of White Castle Vineyard. This 16th-century Grade II* listed building is a testament to historic craftsmanship and architectural significance.
Croft Barn is a remarkable example of historical preservation, showcasing its sixteenth-century origins through its exquisite cruck-trusses and superior carpentry. The survival of some of the original oak wattle infill panels adds to its charm and authenticity.
Tastefully restored to blend historical beauty with modern comfort, Croft Barn is now available as a venue for hire. Whether for a special event or a unique gathering, it offers a distinctive setting that combines timeless elegance with the enchanting backdrop of our vineyard.
Cadw have pledged a grant funding towards emergency works at Croft Barn.
Llanvetherine, Monmouthshire a restoration project by the village Alive Trust Ymddiriedolaeth y pentre BYW The Croft Farm Barn is one of two barns at Croft…
June 2015 – Renovation Saves Ancient Listed Barn
MIDSUMMER Day saw the official launch of the renovated 16th century Croft Barn at White Castle Vineyard, Llanvetherine which has been removed from the listed…
The Village Alive Trust and restoration proposal
The Village Alive Trust is a community-based building preservation trust, run by volunteers. Our aim is to help conserve important vernacular buildings in rural Monmouthshire.…
Traditional timber-framed buildings
The traditional buildings of Wales relied heavily on the use of timber as a building material with the dominant form of construction being the cruck-truss.…
Barns
For the construction of a barn, where the primary function was to keep the crop dry but to let in plenty of fresh air, undaubed…
The Croft Barn
The barn at Croft Farm followed the traditional layout of 5 bays, the central bay used as the threshing floor, two high doorways and undaubed…
White Castle Vineyard
White Castle Vineyard was originally 5 acres of south facing land at Croft Farm, Llanvetherine, where cows once grazed. Following intensive research into vineyard management…