Main barn, The Tithe Barn, Lenham

3D Model

The structure comprises nine bays, with the two northernmost added in the late 15th or early 16th century. Aisles extend along both sides and at each end, typical of large medieval agricultural barns. Arcade posts stand on wooden cills, some supported by stone pedestals or continuous stone plinths. Slightly curved passing shores connect the cills to the tops of the posts for added stability. Curved braces, some replaced, link the arcade posts to the arcade plates and tie-beams. Single purlins in the aisle roofs are pegged intermittently to the rafters. Raked queen posts rise from the aisle ties to support the purlins above. The arcade posts are jowled, a typical medieval framing detail. Crown posts are plain, each with two downward-curving braces and two upward braces. Lapped collars connect the common rafters, reinforcing the roof frame. Some wall studs have been replaced but generally reuse the original mortices. Traces of former arch bracing to the outer walls suggest an earlier structural form.