This ticket is to view the talk online over Zoom. Please buy one ticket per device. The viewing link will be sent out at least 1 hour before the start time.
To book a ticket to view this talk in person at The Barn, please click here.
This illustrated talk will explore gardens and growing in Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire.
Starting with the very first time a garden is mentioned in our records, we will travel through time looking at a wonderful variety of gardens, ranging from medicinal and culinary to therapeutic and educational, not to mention gardens created simply to enjoy.
The talk is presented by as part of the Green Pledge Project at Gloucestershire Archives which is part of a two-year Heritage Lottery funded project.
To find out more about the project, please visit The Green Pledge Project | Gloucestershire Archives
About your speaker:
Marion Hill, is the Learning & Outreach Officer at Gloucestershire County Council and is heavily involved in bringing the Green Pledge Project to museums and heritage groups / sites around the county.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
This illustrated talk will explore gardens and growing in Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire.
Starting with the very first time a garden is mentioned in our records, we will travel through time looking at a wonderful variety of gardens, ranging from medicinal and culinary to therapeutic and educational, not to mention gardens created simply to enjoy.
The talk is presented by as part of the Green Pledge Project at Gloucestershire Archives which is part of a two-year Heritage Lottery funded project.
To find out more about the project, please visit The Green Pledge Project | Gloucestershire Archives
About your speaker:
Marion Hill, is the Learning & Outreach Officer at Gloucestershire County Council and is heavily involved in bringing the Green Pledge Project to museums and heritage groups / sites around the county.
Refreshments available on arrival. Cash and card payments accepted.
Free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops.
NEW FOR 2025.
In this workshop you have the choice of making up to 5 items for yourself or to give as beautiful gifts.
You will make cabochon style pieces using several layers of glass and metal inclusions such as copper and wire. You can also use bubble paint, enamels and dichoric glass to give your pieces some bubbles and sparkle!
You can make up to 5 items, you will be given 2 keyring chains and a choice for 2 pieces to have jewellery bails glued on to have as pendants with 1 length of leather included.
There will be an array of pre cut glass and glass accessories to create your designs.
You will have 2 hours to create your designs, Rachael will have lots of ideas to inspire you and is on hand with design advice throughout the workshop.
Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who’ve caught the fused glass bug!
Rachael will then take your finished pieces away to be kiln fired. They will be available for collection from the barn approximately 2 weeks after the workshop. This workshop is suitable for age 16+ (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)
Free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
Tea & coffee is included in your ticket.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops.
NEW FOR 2025!
In this workshop you have the choice of making up to 3 beautiful plant pot stakes to adorn your garden or house plant pots. The workshop will focus on creating inclusions for your piece using thin sheets of copper, brass, pewter and wire, which can be cut with scissors. You will also be able to use glass enamels in silver and gold plus bubble paint. A truly fun workshop!
You will have 2 hours to create your designs, Rachael will have lots of ideas to inspire you and is on hand with design advice throughout the workshop. Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who’ve caught the fused glass bug!
Rachael will then take your finished pieces away to be kiln fired. They will be available for collection from the barn approximately 2 weeks after the workshop.
This workshop is suitable for age 16+ (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)
Free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
Tea & coffee is included in your ticket.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
We are very excited to welcome Sisters of Swing back to The Barn for a fantastic evening of live music with a 20+ piece swing band!
The Sisters of Swing is an all-female big band which has been in existence for 13 years. During that time the band has built up a solid following and is always in demand for performances in Bristol and the surrounding areas.
They have a varied repertoire consisting of vocal and instrumental big band and swing classics, together with a sprinkling of more modern tunes which are guaranteed to get your toes tapping.
If you would like a sneak peak of some of Sisters of Swing’s signature style please visit:
Website: https://sistersofswing.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SistersofSwing/
Links to YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5gQC5Iuwq8
https://youtu.be/ULDB4VDOUl0?si=U0xLk9wC0y3uO5tt
Parking is free and will be at The Barn (BS36 1SE). Space is limited so please follow the instructions from our parking stewards on arrival.
There is plenty of bicycle parking and space for drop off / pick ups at The Barn if you are able to arrange this.
Please do not park along church lane as this obstructs the road for other users and emergency vehicles.
We have toilets on site, including a fully accessible toilet and baby changing facilities.
The Barn Bar will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.
This will be a seated gig.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join willow sculptor Sarah Edwards for this full day workshop where you will weave a fabulous hare from locally sourced willow. Perfect for the indoor or outdoor decoration all year round!
Please bring good secateurs and a stanley knife. All other materials will be provided.
Tea & coffee will be provided but please bring a packed lunch.
Free parking is available at The Barn.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join experienced craft facilitator Debbie Copp for a relaxed afternoon at The Barn.
This 2 hour Cuppa & Craft session gives you the opportunity to make a set of 4 decoupage ceramic coasters whilst enjoying a cuppa with like-minded people in our modern meeting room within our medieval site.
You can choose to make your coasters all one design, or mix and match!
Tea and coffee is provided throughout the workshop and included in the cost of your ticket.
Suitable for ages 12 years +
Limited free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
This ticket is to view the talk online over Zoom. Please buy one ticket per device. The viewing link will be sent out at least 1 hour before the start time.
To book a ticket to view this talk in person at The Barn, please click here.
We are delighted to welcome Linda Hall back to The Barn to share her extensive knowledge of local architecture and the clues it gives us about a building’s age / past.
Based on research begun over 50 years ago for an undergraduate dissertation, this talk looks at the building materials and styles of the local houses from the 14th to the end of the 17th century.
It includes a comparison of the roof structure of Winterbourne Barn with several local houses, two of them tree-ring dated. Are they younger or older than the barn? You’ll have to come along to find out!
About your speaker:
Linda studied archaeology and history at Southampton University, followed by vernacular architecture in south Gloucestershire and has had works published on vernacular buildings and period house fittings & fixtures.
Linda has been involved with The Barn for many years as a previous Trustee and currently as a volunteer. Probably most notably, Linda was instrumental in discovering The Barn’s true age (through knowledge gained from her studies) and highlighting the rarity and importance of a genuine Medieval building in the area. Thanks to this, Linda and a team of dedicated locals raised awareness and helped to save The Barn so that it could be restored to the beautiful site you see today.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
We are delighted to welcome Linda Hall back to The Barn to share her extensive knowledge of local architecture and the clues it gives us about a building’s age / past.
Based on research begun over 50 years ago for an undergraduate dissertation, this talk looks at the building materials and styles of the local houses from the 14th to the end of the 17th century.
It includes a comparison of the roof structure of Winterbourne Barn with several local houses, two of them tree-ring dated. Are they younger or older than the barn? You’ll have to come along to find out!
About your speaker:
Linda studied archaeology and history at Southampton University, followed by vernacular architecture in south Gloucestershire and has had works published on vernacular buildings and period house fittings & fixtures.
Linda has been involved with The Barn for many years as a previous Trustee and currently as a volunteer. Probably most notably, Linda was instrumental in discovering The Barn’s true age (through knowledge gained from her studies) and highlighting the rarity and importance of a genuine Medieval building in the area. Thanks to this, Linda and a team of dedicated locals raised awareness and helped to save The Barn so that it could be restored to the beautiful site you see today.
Refreshments available on arrival. Cash and card payments accepted.
Free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join us for some family friendly Spring and Easter inspired crafts!
We will have materials to make Spring animal planters, “Easter egg” (pinecone) bird feeders, fabric wreaths and decorate your own pair of bunny ears.
Or you can use the materials to come up with your own project!
Relaxed and inclusive session, recommended for ages 5-11 years (approx).
Ticket price includes access to the craft session, squash and a biscuit per child and an Easter trail with a treat on completion.
These workshops will be held in our beautiful main barn so there is plenty of space to move around, get creative but do remember some layers!
If your child loves crafting, but is a bit older and feels ready for more of a challenge, take a look at our workshop to paint your own Easter mug and coaster happening at the same time for ages 10 years + here.
A responsible adult will need to remain at the barn with the child / children attending. Under 18s must be accompanied at all times whilst on our site.
Refreshments will be available. Cash and card payments accepted.
Parking is free, but limited at The Barn, BS36 1SE. Please lift share or arrange drop off / pick up where possible to help us reduce the number of cars on site.
We have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities on site.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join experienced craft facilitator Debbie Copp for a fun morning at The Barn.
This 2 hour workshop gives you the opportunity to paint your own Easter or Spring themed ceramic mug and coaster set.
All materials are provided and Debbie will be on hand with ideas and guidance throughout.
This workshop is aimed at ages 10 years + and is ideal for older children and adults to participate in on their own, or, why not buy a ticket each and spend time crafting together in the school holidays.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times whilst on site.
If your child is too young for this workshop but loves crafting, take a look at our Easter family craft session here.
Tea coffee and squash is provided throughout the workshop and included in the cost of your ticket.
Limited free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
Please arrange car shares or drop off / collection where possible to reduce the number of cars on site.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join Steve England, outdoor educator, Horticulturist and Historian, on this guided walk around the barn site and local nature reserve to forage for wild foods! This will be a small group so that you can benefit from Steve’s guidance and expertise on what to pick…and what not!
This walk will very much be determined by what is found along the way and so is likely to be different every time.
Due to the nature of this event the end time is approximate and can vary depending on what is discovered on the day.
Please make sure you dress sensibly in comfortable, suitable clothing and wear sturdy footwear.
Due to the foraging nature of this walk it is for over 18s only.
After approximately 3 hours out with Steve you will return to The Barn for tea & coffee and to make a tasty snack from your finds.
The Barn will be open on arrival, and after your walk, for use of the facilities and to check everyone in.
About your guide: “All my life I have loved the outdoors. Growing up in Bristol, my childhood was spent exploring the fields and woodlands of Stoke Park, fascinated by every tree, plant, bird & butterfly. I decided to continue my learning with the RHS, studying horticulture alongside teaching myself everything there was to know about the wildlife and history on my doorstep. I began teaching what I had learned over 10 years ago to friends, local people and my local community, and absolutely love sharing everything I know. Whether foraging foods, learning poisonous plants, lighting fires, recognising birds, identifying bats or looking back in time at the history of North Bristol, I come alive when in front of an audience and thrive on sharing my knowledge with others.”
Steve England Outdoor Learning provides outdoor adult education events, courses and workshops within North Bristol.
Please note parking for this event will be on site at the Barn, BS36 1SE. The car park will be locked once the event has finished so please ensure your car is moved if you will be exploring the local area after your visit to The Barn.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin at 10am or 11:30am for one of her popular fused glass workshops, but this one is specifically for our younger crafters!
Create a mosaic style fused glass sun catcher using a variety of pre-cut glass and accessories in array of beautiful colours.
There are plenty of templates to choose from or you can design your own panel. Make a 10cm square or egg shaped sun catcher.
The lovely thing about making a glass panel as a child is that your creation will last forever, glass does not deteriorate or lose its beautiful colour and shine!
Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who’ve caught the fused glass bug! Ages 8years +
Please note: under 18s must remained accompanied on The Barn site at all times.
The participant will have an hour to create their masterpiece. Rachael will have lots of ideas to inspire them and is on hand with advice throughout the workshop.
PLEASE NOTE – Rachael will take the finished piece away to be fused in her kiln. It will be available for collection from The Barn or Rachael directly a couple of weeks after the workshop.
For safety reasons, please do not wear open toe shoes such as sandals or flip flops. Also a little reminder for people who wear glasses…. due to close up work, you may wish to bring along your spectacles!
Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
Tea, coffee & squash will be provided during the introduction and is included in the ticket price. Due to the nature of working with glass refreshments will not be permitted during the actual workshop.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops where you can make your own unique and beautiful item for yourself or as a gift.
Choose between “miniatures” or “panel”. Both options are available at this workshop, but we must know your selection in advance.
Miniatures – the chance to select up to 3 “miniatures” to create your very own collection of fused glass. Some of the shapes available include birds, hearts, fish, rainbows and mini balloons.
Panel – you have the option of making a larger Bristol balloon, flower panel or freestyle hanging.
Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who’ve caught the fused glass bug!
You will have 2 hours to create your masterpiece, using a variety of pre-cut glass and glass accessories in an array of beautiful colours. There will be plenty of templates to choose from or you can create your own design. Rachael will have lots of ideas to inspire you and is on hand with design advice throughout the workshop.
PLEASE NOTE – Rachael will take your finished piece away to be fused in her kiln. It will be available for collection from the barn or Rachael directly a couple of weeks after the workshop.
This workshop is suitable for age 16+ (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)
For safety reasons, please do not wear open toe shoes such as sandals or flip flops. Also a little reminder for people who wear glasses…. due to close up work, you may wish to bring along your spectacles!
Parking for this event is free and at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
Tea & coffee will be provided during the introduction and is included in your ticket price. Due to the nature of working with glass refreshments will not be permitted during the actual workshop.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Have a sneak peak inside our beautiful heritage site…FOR FREE!
Come on in to find out the history of this beautiful barn and admire original medieval timbers. Hear the story of how it was all almost lost in the 1980s, then saved by local supporters in the 1990s and how it is used today!
The Barn is normally only open for ticketed events, so this is a great change to explore this Grade II* listed building…and maybe find out what else is on for you to come and visit us again.
We are delighted that regular Barn performers, Bygonz wandering minstrels, will be providing music for visitors during our Spring Open Day.
They always create such a special atmosphere in our main barn with their medieval-style music and we are really looking forward to having them back.
WE NEED YOU: HISTORY CALLOUT!
We would love to find out more about the modern history of The Barn and how it has been seen / used by the local community. As part of our research into the History of the Barn and its use, both recent and medieval, we would love to hear about any memories or stories of the site during this time.
Do you remember what was growing in the fields around WW2?
Did you grow up in and around Winterbourne and have any stories to share about the site?
Do you have memories of playing in The Barn when it was unoccupied, or perhaps remember it as a working farm and can remember where things were stored or what was going in and out of The Barn?
Do you have any photos of the site before it was renovated, or perhaps of some of our early events?
We would love to hear from you!
Some of our friendly volunteers will be collecting any stories / copies of photographs / recording any items you would like to share during the Open Day. The aim is to help fill in some of the missing history about The Barn, so we would love it if you would like to come and be involved.
If you can’t make it to the open day, but would still like to share your story with us, then please email it to us at contact@winterbournebarn.org.uk
About Winterbourne Medieval Barn
Winterbourne Medieval Barn, built in 1342, is a unique surviving example of a great medieval Barn built by a gentry family. Constructed using green timber methods, cutting edge technology for the time, it has been described as a magnificent example of the builders craft. Come and look around this beautiful building, set in rural South Gloucestershire, just outside Bristol.
The Main Barn will be open for you to look around at your leisure with some of our volunteer tour guides on hand to answer any questions you have about our beautiful site.
Our pop up café will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted,
Why not combine your visit with a trip to St Michael’s Church next door? The tower, as well as the church, will be open for people to find out about bellringing. Opening times are subject to change so please check with them in advance if you are arranging a visit especially. We’re also located next to Monks Pool Nature Reserve which makes The Barn an ideal starting point for exploring the local landscape.
We will be open from 1pm – 4pm. Please arrive at any time within this time slot and stay for as long, or little as you like.
Look out for the brown signs on Winterbourne High Street to direct you to The Barn.
Limited car parking is available onsite. We have plenty of cycle parking for those travelling by bike. The Barn is a short ten minute walk from Winterbourne High Street.
Please note parking for this event will be on site at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
Any donations kindly given at this event are used go towards our fundraising for WMBT to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
We are delighted to welcome back Company of Chivalry to The Barn.
Previously seen at our Medieval Fayres as the living history re-enactment troupe, this time they will be presenting an entertaining and informative talk on the daily lives of a medieval peasant and knight!
What were the real differences between the daily life of a noble lord and a humble peasant in 14th century England?. From getting up in the morning to going to bed – what might it really have been like?
Come with us as we bring to life the daily routine – with props, costume and interaction. Feel the weight of the sword versus the ewer, try on articles of clothing, even taste the delicacies of Medieval England. All brought to life by two experienced speakers with the aid of an audience welcomed to step back in time.
Refreshments available from our pop up bar. Cash and card payments accepted.
Limited free parking on site. Parking for this event will be at the Barn, BS36 1SE.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
This ticket is to view the talk online over Zoom. Please buy one ticket per device. The viewing link will be sent out at least 1 hour before the start time.
To book a ticket to view this talk in person at The Barn, please click here.
We are delighted to welcome back Company of Chivalry to The Barn.
Previously seen at our Medieval Fayres as the living history re-enactment troupe, this time they will be presenting an entertaining and informative talk on the daily lives of a medieval peasant and knight!
What were the real differences between the daily life of a noble lord and a humble peasant in 14th century England?. From getting up in the morning to going to bed – what might it really have been like?
Come with us as we bring to life the daily routine – with props, costume and interaction. Feel the weight of the sword versus the ewer, try on articles of clothing, even taste the delicacies of Medieval England. All brought to life by two experienced speakers with the aid of an audience welcomed to step back in time.
Please note: zoom participants will not have the same opportunity for interaction or to see / feel the props up close, but the speakers will do their best to show them to the online audience and there will still be the chance for online viewers to submit questions to the speakers.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
We are delighted to welcome back Tessitoura Opera to entertain us with their touring production of Puccini’s “Madam Butterfly” complete with live chamber orchestra accompaniment.
Madame Butterfly, an opera by Giacomo Puccini, tells the tragic story of Cio-Cio San, a young Japanese geisha, and her ill-fated romance with American naval officer Pinkerton.
Pinkerton marries Cio-Cio San in a traditional Japanese ceremony, viewing the union as temporary, while Cio-Cio-San believes it is genuine, forsaking her culture and family for love.
Pinkerton leaves for America, promising to return, while Cio-Cio-San waits faithfully, raising their child. The story unfolds when years later, Pinkerton returns with his American wife.
For musical fans, you may recognise this plot from Miss Saigon, which took it’s inspiration from this heart-breaking opera.
The opera is a poignant exploration of cultural clash, and the devastating consequences of betrayal, set against a richly emotional musical backdrop.
This performance will be in English language.
Tessitoura was founded in 2010 to share the joy and excitement of opera. The company soon became known for unique and intimate performances, accompanied by a chamber orchestra to create an authentic opera experience with a sense of connection between performers and audience.
Parking is free and will be at The Barn (BS36 1SE). Space is limited so please follow the instructions from our parking stewards on arrival. There is plenty of bicycle parking and space for drop off / pick ups at The Barn if you are able to arrange this. Please do not park along church lane as this obstructs the road for other users and emergency vehicles.
We have toilets on site, including a fully accessible toilet and baby changing facilities.
The Barn Bar will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.
Seating will be unreserved.
If you need specific accessible seating or accessible parking then please email ceara.foley@winterbournebarn.org.uk in advance to arrange this.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
We welcome Ian Redfearn back to guide us through the aromas and flavours of a range of summery white and red wines from the sun-kissed vineyards of Chile and Argentina in this informative but fun workshop. Over 18s only.
With 25 years experience in the wine trade, Ian makes the ideal host for the evening. He will give some background information on each wine’s individual appearance, aroma and flavour, and he will welcome questions and comments. Guaranteed to be a merry evening!
Ian will have a small amount of the wines sampled to sell by the bottle on the evening should you wish to purchase any. Cash and card payments are accepted and a percentage of these sales is kindly being donated back to The Barn.
Strictly over 18s only. Please drink responsibly.
Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE. There is plenty of bicycle parking available for those arriving on two wheels as well as space for drop off / pick up if you prefer to arrange this.
For those who will be drinking there are plenty of taxi firms serving the area and limited buses to Winterbourne.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person at The Barn.
June was the time in the Medieval calendar to celebrate Midsummer, and what a celebration it was!
Permission to host a June fayre in Winterbourne was granted by King Richard II in 1393 to Blanch, the great-granddaughter of Sir Thomas de Bradeston who commissioned The Barn to be built in 1342, so we are delighted to still be upholding that tradition over 600 years later.
Join us as we recreate some of the festivities with combat displays, have a go archery, wandering jesters, games and live medieval musicians.
Small, but perfectly formed (an on a genuine medieval site) there will be a programme of activities throughout the day and a range of artisans craft and food stalls. Something for everyone!
For full details keep an eye on our website and social media.
A perfect family day out at this unique heritage site which dates from 1342. Arrive early and stay all day!
Pre book tickets now! £5 adults, £1 children if booked up to 1 week in advance.
Tickets booked after 1st June, and on the door, will be £7 for adults and £2 for children.
Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome. Dogs remain the responsibility of the owner within the grounds of the Barn. Please dispose of dog waste in the relevant bins only.
We will be operating a park and ride service from Winterbourne Academy (BS36 1JL) with a shuttle bus to and from the Barn site all throughout the day. Both the car park and the shuttle bus are free at Winterbourne Academy. Just park up and see our steward for the next bus.
There is plenty of bicycle parking on site for those arriving on two wheels.
Please note there is no car parking onsite or in Church Lane for this event (with the exception of blue badge holders. Contact us to reserve a space if needed. Please be aware that these spaces are limited and must be booked in advance).
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Join our Community Events Coordinator, Ceara, to find out about the turbulent 1400s and what was happening in England, and to the people here, as The Barn was being built.
Hear the fascinating story of how this historic site was almost lost, how and why it was saved, and how it is used today.
Who was Thomas De Bradeston and why did he build Winterbourne Medieval Barn?
How was it built? Why was it so important then and now?
What are the links between The Barn and St. Michael’s Church?
Come and find out the answers to these questions and more at this talk about the history of this amazing heritage site: from medieval to modern!
Includes a talk on the history of The Barn (past & present), interesting features pointed out and discussed plus plenty of time for questions with our friendly volunteers.
After the talk and tour of The Barn you will be taken over to the 12th Century St Michael’s church next door to see some of the amazing features there and further discuss the links between The Church, The Barn and Sir Thomas.
About your speaker:
Ceara has been a member of the team here at The Barn for 3 years. As a local resident she has grown up loving this beautiful site and had attended many events here before she was in charge of planning them! Since joining as the Community Events Coordinator Ceara has become even more interested in the history of our unique heritage site and, after answering many questions about The Barn from the public, has complied this presentation, with input from many of our longest standing volunteers, to help share it’s story.
Refreshments available. Cash and card payment accepted.
Please note parking for this event will be on site at the Barn, BS36 1SE. The car park will be locked once the event has finished so please ensure your car is moved if you will be exploring the local area after your visit to The Barn.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
After huge success with performances for other historic venues with the likes of The National Trust, we are delighted to welcome The Pantaloons to The Barn.
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen, they will be performing one of her beloved classics, Sense and Sensibility, but with their own comedy twist.
The Pantaloons are known for shows which are family-friendly, funny, physical and feature live music and audience interaction. It’s sure to be a fun-filled evening!
Elinor Dashwood has a lot of good Sense. Her sister Marianne Dashwood has an excess of Sensibility. Together they make a snappy title for Jane Austen’s classic novel of scandals, scoundrels and severely sprained ankles.
This funny, fast-paced and faithful new adaptation from the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company features live music, audience interaction, romance and heartbreak.
“Live entertainment at its best” ☆☆☆☆☆ (North West End)
Parking for this event will be at The Barn. Full details will be sent in the pre-event email a few days before the event. Please email us at ceara.foley@winterbournebarn.org.uk with your registration number and specific requirements, if you need a wheelchair accessible parking space and any accessible seating for the show so that we can arrange this for you.
Please do not park along church lane as this obstructs the road for other users and emergency vehicles.
There is plenty of bicycle parking at The Barn for those arriving on two wheels and space for drop off / collection if you would like to arrange this.
The Barn’s pop-up bar will be open for this event serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
We are delighted to welcome The Festival Players back to Winterbourne Medieval Barn as they perform Shakespeare’s As You Like It.
As You Like It is probably Shakespeare’s most entrancing romantic comedy. Rosalind, the daughter of a displaced Duke, is banished from the court by her Father’s brother. Along with her cousin Celia, she escapes to the Forest of Arden and disguises herself as a man. She teases Orlando, a young man, who does not recognise her as the girl he loved at a distance. The pastoral world of the Forest is inhabited with a colourful array of folk, looking for love, and woven into this delightful tale, full of comedy and music.
The Festival Players Theatre Company is a professional theatre company in their 39th year of touring, delivering the best in open-air Shakespeare, committed to presenting the very best in touring theatre.
As in the Bard’s day, Festival Players International will be performing with an all-male company of skilled professional actors, and invite you to share in the fun of this amazing play. A Summer treat for the whole family.
Parking for this event will be at The Barn.
Full details will be sent in the pre-event email a few days before the event. Please email us at ceara.foley@winterbournebarn.org.uk with your registration number and specific requirements, if you need a wheelchair accessible parking space and any accessible seating for the show so that we can arrange this for you.
Please do not park along church lane as this obstructs the road for other users and emergency vehicles.
There is plenty of bicycle parking at The Barn for those arriving on two wheels and space for drop off / collection if you would like to arrange this.
The Barn’s pop-up bar will be open for this event serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
Following on from A Christmas Carol: In Concert and A Brief History of Christmas, GreenMatthews present their new festive show. Spanning several centuries, GreenMatthews’ Midwinter Revels is a celebration of Yuletide Past guaranteed to warm the cockles of the most Scrooge-like heart.
Featuring Christmas carols, winter folk songs, toe-tapping tunes and a plethora of weird and wonderful instruments, the show is brought to life with GreenMatthews’ trademark wit and humour.
“You guys are awesome!” Bill Barclay, Director of Music at Shakespeare’s Globe
Parking for this event will be provided at The Barn and an overflow car park, if needed. Parking is limited so please advise below if you need to book a space.
If you need a specific parking space (eg. wheelchair accessible) or any accessible seating for the performance then please email ceara.foley@winterbournebarn.org.uk ASAP to book this.
Please follow the instructions provided in the pre-event email (sent up to 24 hours before the event) and parking stewards on the day to ensure we can fit as many people as possible safely in the designated parking areas.
Please do not park along church lane as this obstructs the road for other users and emergency vehicles. Please do not park anywhere other than designated Barn car parks for this event. We cannot control when other car parks are locked and may not be able to assist if you car is parked elsewhere.
There is plenty of bicycle parking at The Barn for those arriving on two wheels and space for drop off / collection if you would like to arrange this.
The Barn’s pop-up bar will be open for this event serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.
The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.
If you wish to avoid the online booking fee then please contact the office to arrange a time to come and book in person.
