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.
In this brand new 2 hour workshop you will have the chance to create a stunning fused glass wave design to be placed in an 18cm shadow frame (white frame included in ticket).
This workshop involves using mosaic cutters to nibble lots of small pieces of glass to create your mosaic style wave design. You can also use bubble paint to add extra detail to your wave. A very mindful, relaxing workshop.
Your wave will be returned to you 2 weeks later in a lovely shadow box frame, which can be hung or, because of its depth, can stand freely.
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.
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.
In this brand new 2 hour workshop you will have the chance to create a stunning fused glass wave design to be placed in an 18cm shadow frame (white frame included in ticket).This workshop involves using mosaic cutters to nibble lots of small pieces of glass to create your mosaic style wave design. You can also use bubble paint to add extra detail to your wave. A very mindful, relaxing workshop.
Your wave will be returned to you 2 weeks later in a lovely shadow box frame, which can be hung or, because of its depth, can stand freely.
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.
We are delighted to welcome local resident Liz Ferguson to The Barn to share her story of her one woman research into the 53 WW1 and 25 WW2 names on the Whiteshill Common Memorial, Hambrook.
As part of her talk on “The Remember Me Project” we will hear stories of brave and talented local folk and also be remembering and acknowledging those in our local villages who did so much on the Homefront during both wars.
Liz encourages participants to bring along any artefacts they may have from either of the World Wars to discuss and potentially learn more about. Some may even help further Liz’s research!
Liz will also be bringing along her teardrop caravan which houses her own mini WW2 museum and baking a traditional Trench Cake for audience members to sample, if they wish.
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.
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.
Celebrate summer with us and come along to our ever-popular Summer Barn Dance.
We are delighted to welcome back Sargent’s Mess who will once again be providing the rousing tunes with Ann on accordion, Naomi on violin, and Nick on guitar. The man in charge of proceedings for the evening is caller Rob. Brush up on your do-si-do and get those dancing feet ready!
Doors and our bar will open at 6pm. You are welcome to bring your own picnics to enjoy in our grounds and our bar will be open from this time. Please note that only drinks bought at The Barn can be consumed on site. Please dispose of any litter responsibly.
Dancing from 7:30pm.
Parking for this event will be at The Barn.
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 event 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.
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.
Join celebrated historian, Prof Ronald Hutton for a fascinating lecture on Merlin.
King Arthur’s great counsellor and magician, Merlin, is the most famous of all wizards in traditional European literature. Those who have studied his origins know him as a tantalisingly complex character, founded in both native Welsh legend and medieval French romance. His ultimate starting point seems historic; or is it? You are invited this evening to explore both the original sources of the legend and its later development to the present.
About your speaker: Prof Hutton is an English historian who specialises in Early Modern Britain, British folklore, pre-Christian religion and Contemporary Paganism. He is a professor at the University of Bristol, has written 14 books and has appeared on British television and radio. He held a fellowship at Magdalen College, Oxford, and is a Commissioner of English Heritage. We are delighted to welcome him back to The Barn!
Refreshments available.
Parking for this event will be provided at The Barn.
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 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 family friendly guided walk around the barn site and local nature reserve to explore habitats, plants and trees and learn the fascinating facts & practical uses of them for food, medicine, bushcraft & fire!
This walk will very much be determined by what is found along the way and so is likely to be different every time.
Please make sure you dress sensibly in comfortable, suitable clothing and wear sturdy footwear. Please bring any snacks or drinks you need for the duration of the walk and ensure you are protected from the sun.
Under 18s must remain accompanied by a responsible adult at all times during the walk.
After approximately 2 hours out with Steve you will return to The Barn for tea, coffee & squash.
The Barn will be open on arrival for use of the facilities and to check everyone in.
Tickets are £26 for a 1 adult & 1 child. Additional child tickets are £13 each.
Important ratios: maximum of 2 children to 1 adult.
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.
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.
If you enjoy all the fun and audience participation of a pantomime then you will love IKP’s unmistakable brand of “delightfully daft” family theatre!
Fully inclusive and in a more relaxed setting than a traditional theatre, we are delighted to welcome back IKP for another adventure for the whole family to enjoy!
From the company who brought you The Little Mermaid, Hercules, Beauty & the Beast and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the classic fairytale of magic, true love and custom-made shoes is brought to life in this brand new show for all ages.
Embark on the most magical fairytale adventure as Cinderella comes to our beautiful main barn. Expect magic, madness and plenty of silliness in this brand new Summer show.
Recommended age 5+ but all welcome.
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 performance will take place within our main barn so there is no need to worry about wet weather. Seating will be provided.
There will be designated spaces for guests who may find sitting still for a whole show challenging. There will be seating with more space to move around which is further away from the actors for those who may also need a sensory break. This can be accessed at any time during the show.
Please let us know in advance if you need any specifically accessible seating or parking and we can discuss this with you.
The Barn Bar will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.
Each child’s ticket includes a complimentary cup of squash.
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 a two hour mosaic workshop session, where you will learn the basics of mosaic and create your very own unique mosaic artwork.
This session is suitable for adults and children (5 years +)/ young people to take part in together. Each ticket holder will create their own mosaic masterpiece.
Participants will select and arrange tiles into their unique design before setting these in place with adhesive.
Three Little Birds will bring a variety of mosaics and samples to serve as inspiration and guidance.
You will have full access to a wide range of pre-cut tiles and any board or dish of your choosing. These include a range of fun wooden shaped boards or small terracotta trinket dishes. There should be enough time for grouting, but in any incidences that there is not, Three Little Birds will take the mosaics away to grout and seal in their workshop and return them to The Barn for later collection.
Tea, coffee & squash on arrival are included in your ticket.
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 us for a two and a half hour mosaic workshop session, where you will learn the basics of mosaic and create your very own unique mosaic artwork.
Participants will select and arrange tiles into their unique design before setting these in place with adhesive.
Three Little Birds will bring a variety of mosaics and samples to serve as inspiration and guidance.
You will have full access to a wide range of ceramic and glass mosaic tiles, tile cutters and any board or dish of your choosing. These include a range of wooden shaped boards, terracotta dishes or mirrors.
Three Little Birds will then take the mosaics away to grout and seal in their workshop and return them to The Barn for collection.
This session is aimed at ages 16+
Tea & coffee on arrival are included in your ticket.
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 us for an evening guided walk (around 1.5 hrs) with naturalist Ed Drewitt followed by a drink and nibbles at the Barn.Dusk in late summer is a great time for looking for bats such as pipistrelles feeding along the local pathways and nature reserve. Ed will be on hand with a bat detector to ‘hear’ the bats echolocating. We’ll also be listening for any birdsong in a dusk chorus and perhaps the hoot of a tawny owl as sunset approaches.
Ed Drewitt is no stranger to wildlife and over the past 20 years has been showing people flora and fauna and helping them to spot and identify different species. Ed is a freelance naturalist and works across the west showing people wildlife. He is based in the Forest of Dean which he shares with wild board, deer and many different types of birds.
What to bring: outdoor footwear, suitable outdoor clothing , binoculars (not essential as it will be dusk).
You will set off from the Barn at 8pm for an hour and a half walk, followed by a drink from the bar and nibbles.
The drink from the bar is your choice of a juice carton, tea, coffee, small glass of wine, beer or cider (alcoholic options are strictly for over 18s only).
£20 per person, including a drink and nibbles. Please inform of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Recommended for ages 12+
Please note parking for this event is 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.
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, the huge restoration project that took place to bring it back to its former glory and how it is used today!
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? Check their listing for times. 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 and follow the pink bunting to the entrance!
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.
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 dichroic 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 where you can make your own unique and beautiful item for yourself or as a gift.
In this brand new 2 hour workshop you will have the chance to create a stunning fused glass wave or mandala design to be placed in an 18cm shadow frame (white frame included in ticket).
This workshop involves using mosaic cutters to nibble lots of small pieces of glass to create your mosaic style design. You can also use bubble paint to add extra detail. A very mindful, relaxing workshop.
Your wave will be returned to you at The Barn 2 weeks later in a lovely shadow box frame, which can be hung or, because of its depth, can stand freely.
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.
We are delighted to welcome international prize-winning musicians, Emily Andrews and Francisco Correa to The Barn for an evening of beautiful South American music, performed on guitar, flute and voice.
This multitalented duo break down musical barriers with an evening full of heartfelt songs and virtuosic dances from Francisco’s native Colombia, Brazil and Venezuela.
Francisco Correa – Guitar
Emily Andrews – Voice and Flute
About Francisco
“Wonderful, a truly remarkable performer” Sean Rafferty- BBC Radio 3
About Emily:
“A multi-talented performer, with a rich mezzo voice and a great deal of dramatic presence” – Susan Elkin, Larks Reviews
To get a taste of the beautiful music they will be bringing to The Barn, listen here.
Parking for this event will be provided at The Barn. Parking is limited so please advise at the time of booking 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.
We are delighted to welcome local historians and archaeologists, Sally Gallia and Neil Baker to The Barn to share some fascinating insights into Sir Thomas de Bradeston, who was Lord of the Manor of Winterbourne from 1328 until his death in 1360 and had Winterbourne Medieval Barn built in 1342.
Each talk will be around 45 minutes each, with time for questions. There will be a short break in-between the talks.
Talk 1: Our Very Own Medieval Knight: The Life and Times of Sir Thomas de Bradeston
Sir Thomas de Bradeston, 1st Lord Bradeston, was born in Breadstone in 1290 and rose to prominence in the courts of both Edward II and Edward III. So close did he become to Edward III, reports Smyth, that the King called him his beloved valet, the one who does not cease to stay by our side continuously.
Knighted by Edward II, riches were poured upon him by Edward III, so much so that there is no reason to think that he was not responsible for the great East Window in Gloucester Cathedral which commemorates the knights who fought, as he himself did, at the Battle of Crecy in 1346. Sir Thomas founded a chantry at Breadstone where his first wife, Isabel, was laid to rest.
With the demise of Edward II and Sir Thomas’s meteoric rise to royal favour, he moved the family to Winterbourne. However, it is recorded that at the end of his long life, “broken with arms and age” as Smyth writes, he returned to Breadstone and died in 1360. For this reason, although one of the beautiful effigies in Winterbourne Church is probably his, it seems that he was probably buried in Breadstone. The chantry has long since disappeared without trace. The search continues.
Talk 2: The Chantry Chapel of St Michael, Breadstone
In 1344, that Thomas de Bradeston was granted a licence to appoint a warden of the chapel of St. Michael, Bradeston, & 2 other chaplains to “…celebrate divine service daily in the chapel for his good estate, for his soul after his death and for the souls of his late wife Isabella and his ancestors and heirs…” [Calendar of Patent Rolls 1344, EDW III, VOL 6 membrane 22, pp 240].
Neil will talk a little about the history of the chantry chapel up to the time it was dissolved, and the work being done by BLAG to rediscover it.
About your speakers:
Sally Gallia
Sal developed a love of history and archaeology while living in Turkey for eighteen years. While there, she made a study of the Anglican cemeteries in Izmir and joined in Oxford University’s Continuing Education Department’s first online course ever. This propitiously resulted in an Advanced Diploma in Local History.
Returning to the UK to live in Breadstone, Sal became acquainted with Sir Thomas de Bradeston and became intent on discovering more about him and the place where he grew up, especially the whereabouts of the chantry in which he seems likely to have been buried.
When not imagining life in medieval Breadstone or pretending to be a historian, Sal returns to reality as a forensic odontologist using her knowledge and experience as a dentist with numerous post graduate qualifications including a PhD from the University of Cambridge.
Neil Baker
Neil is a Stroud based archaeologist, and product of Time Team. Inspired by the tv program, he did a night school O Level in archaeology, then an A Level, and then went back to the University of Bristol, graduating in 2009 with a first-class degree.
Neil currently runs the Heavens Archaeological Research Project. This focuses on the landscape history and archaeology of 102 acres of land to the east of Stroud that has recently been purchased by and for the local community.
He has also surveyed all the vessels at the Purton Ships’ Graveyard which were deliberately beached beside the River Severn near Purton, Gloucestershire, England, to reinforce the riverbank.
Refreshments available on arrival and in the interval. 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.
This ticket is to view these talks 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 local historians and archaeologists, Sally Gallia and Neil Baker to The Barn to share some fascinating insights into Sir Thomas de Bradeston, who was Lord of the Manor of Winterbourne from 1328 until his death in 1360 and had Winterbourne Medieval Barn built in 1342.
Each talk will be around 45 minutes each, with time for questions. There will be a short break in-between the talks.
Talk 1: Our Very Own Medieval Knight: The Life and Times of Sir Thomas de Bradeston
Sir Thomas de Bradeston, 1st Lord Bradeston, was born in Breadstone in 1290 and rose to prominence in the courts of both Edward II and Edward III. So close did he become to Edward III, reports Smyth, that the King called him his beloved valet, the one who does not cease to stay by our side continuously.
Knighted by Edward II, riches were poured upon him by Edward III, so much so that there is no reason to think that he was not responsible for the great East Window in Gloucester Cathedral which commemorates the knights who fought, as he himself did, at the Battle of Crecy in 1346. Sir Thomas founded a chantry at Breadstone where his first wife, Isabel, was laid to rest.
With the demise of Edward II and Sir Thomas’s meteoric rise to royal favour, he moved the family to Winterbourne. However, it is recorded that at the end of his long life, “broken with arms and age” as Smyth writes, he returned to Breadstone and died in 1360. For this reason, although one of the beautiful effigies in Winterbourne Church is probably his, it seems that he was probably buried in Breadstone. The chantry has long since disappeared without trace. The search continues.
Talk 2: The Chantry Chapel of St Michael, Breadstone
In 1344, that Thomas de Bradeston was granted a licence to appoint a warden of the chapel of St. Michael, Bradeston, & 2 other chaplains to “…celebrate divine service daily in the chapel for his good estate, for his soul after his death and for the souls of his late wife Isabella and his ancestors and heirs…” [Calendar of Patent Rolls 1344, EDW III, VOL 6 membrane 22, pp 240].
Neil will talk a little about the history of the chantry chapel up to the time it was dissolved, and the work being done by BLAG to rediscover it.
About your speakers:
Sally Gallia
Sal developed a love of history and archaeology while living in Turkey for eighteen years. While there, she made a study of the Anglican cemeteries in Izmir and joined in Oxford University’s Continuing Education Department’s first online course ever. This propitiously resulted in an Advanced Diploma in Local History.
Returning to the UK to live in Breadstone, Sal became acquainted with Sir Thomas de Bradeston and became intent on discovering more about him and the place where he grew up, especially the whereabouts of the chantry in which he seems likely to have been buried.
When not imagining life in medieval Breadstone or pretending to be a historian, Sal returns to reality as a forensic odontologist using her knowledge and experience as a dentist with numerous post graduate qualifications including a PhD from the University of Cambridge.
Neil Baker
Neil is a Stroud based archaeologist, and product of Time Team. Inspired by the tv program, he did a night school O Level in archaeology, then an A Level, and then went back to the University of Bristol, graduating in 2009 with a first-class degree.
Neil currently runs the Heavens Archaeological Research Project. This focuses on the landscape history and archaeology of 102 acres of land to the east of Stroud that has recently been purchased by and for the local community.
He has also surveyed all the vessels at the Purton Ships’ Graveyard which were deliberately beached beside the River Severn near Purton, Gloucestershire, England, to reinforce the riverbank.
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.
To coincide with World Space Week we are delighted to welcome Terry Ransome to The Barn to tell us the story of the local area’s involvement in design and building spacecraft.
Of the many achievements of the local aerospace industry, the spacecraft and satellites are perhaps not so well known. The British Aircraft Company, at Filton, entered the ‘space race’ in 1956, providing part of the first British rocket to reach space in November 1957, just a few weeks after Sputnik 1. The space business continued in the hands of British Aerospace and Matra Marconi Space until in 1999 it transferred elsewhere.
In that time though, over 60 spacecraft were launched with Filton designed and built hardware on board. For some, Filton’s contribution included final assembly and testing of the whole spacecraft.
Where did they all go, what did they do, and where are they now? Are any still working? Terry’s presentation tells the story.
About your speaker:
Terry started work there in 1970 and worked in the space industry for over 30 years – in Filton, Stevenage (Hertfordshire) and New Orleans, and took part in launches from Woomera (Australia), Cape Canaveral (USA) and Baikonur (Kazakhstan).
The image used for this event is Terry at work on the GEOS satellite in 1974.
Terry is currently a Collections Research and Heritage Volunteers at Filton’s Aerospace Bristol Museum.
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.
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.
To coincide with World Space Week we are delighted to welcome Terry Ransome to The Barn to tell us the story of the local area’s involvement in design and building spacecraft.
Of the many achievements of the local aerospace industry, the spacecraft and satellites are perhaps not so well known. The British Aircraft Company, at Filton, entered the ‘space race’ in 1956, providing part of the first British rocket to reach space in November 1957, just a few weeks after Sputnik 1. The space business continued in the hands of British Aerospace and Matra Marconi Space until in 1999 it transferred elsewhere.
In that time though, over 60 spacecraft were launched with Filton designed and built hardware on board. For some, Filton’s contribution included final assembly and testing of the whole spacecraft.
Where did they all go, what did they do, and where are they now? Are any still working? Terry’s presentation tells the story.
About your speaker:
Terry started work there in 1970 and worked in the space industry for over 30 years – in Filton, Stevenage (Hertfordshire) and New Orleans, and took part in launches from Woomera (Australia), Cape Canaveral (USA) and Baikonur (Kazakhstan).
The image used for this event is Terry at work on the GEOS satellite in 1974.
Terry is currently a Collections Research and Heritage Volunteers at Filton’s Aerospace Bristol Museum.
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.
Come along for this three week mosaic course, making an occasional table/ bird feeder.
Week one…planning your design and colours on paper, and making a start on placing the tiles.
Week two… completing the tiling process.
Week three… grouting the finished piece.
This ticket is for all 3 sessions. The dates are Fri 10th, 17th & 24th October. All from 10:30am – 12:30pm.
You will need to attend all 3 sessions in order to complete your piece.
Sal (from Three Little Birds) and Debbie (from Debanne Creations) will be on hand to guide you through the process of creating your own mosaic design from planning to finish, in this friendly and welcoming workshop.
All materials will be provided.
This session is aimed at ages 16+
(Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
Tea & coffee on arrival are included in your ticket.
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.
We welcome back David from Bushel+Peck to guide us through the aromas and flavours of a range of cider and perry in this informative but fun workshop.
With many years experience in managing his own orchards and producing his own products our expert host will be able to tell you all about the ciders you are tasting and will welcome any questions; it is guaranteed to be a merry evening!
David will have a small amount of their cider and perry to sell 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.
We welcome Ian Redfearn back to guide us through the aromas and flavours of a diverse range of 8 wines from Spain and Portugal. This will include some festive whites and reds as well as a warming ruby port. An informative and also fun event.
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.
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 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.
