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13th-century monastic barn
One of Europe's oldest timber-framed buildings, it has a cathedral-like interior and is linked to a local Cistercian abbey.
Inside the barn hosts an exhibition of local woodcarving, tools and a collection of agricultural carts.
Making a Cistercian monk's habit
Together with the Mid Essex Guild of Weavers Spinners and Dyers, we've started work on a new project to make a traditional Cistercian monk's habit.




