MEM22787 - World War One barrack hut at Blackpits or Blackpitts (Building)

Summary

The building was purchased by the Fortescue estate after the end of World War One and relocated to Blackpits in 1920, where it was converted into shepherd's accommodation.

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Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

The building was the subject of documentary research and survey. It was purchased by the Fortescue estate after the end of World War One and relocated to Blackpits in 1920, where it was converted into shepherd's accommodation. The survey suggested that of the original structure, only the the wooden frame and corrugated iron of the wall remained (although it was conceded that even the latter may have been replaced). The interior was removed, and the roof has been replaced with newer materials and is of a steeper pitch to cope with heavy snowfall. [1] The barn is depicted but not labelled on 2020 MasterMap data. [2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Report: Dawson, N.. 2011. Blackpits Barn, A First World War Building at Blackpits, Near Simonsbath.
  • <2>XY Map: Ordnance Survey. 2020. MasterMap data. 1:2,500. [Mapped feature: #41521 ]

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Candidate)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 7640 4172 (25m by 7m)
Map sheet SS74SE
Civil Parish EXMOOR, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Oct 6 2020 11:14AM

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