Dunster Tithe Barn has been in existence since the 16th century - until recently the building was locked up, empty, unused, and in a poor state of repair. Now it is fully in use by the community for exhibitions and functions.

Planning started in May 2002. You can see how things developed, and follow progress on this web-site. The whole project was completed by the end of 2006. From January 2007, the Tithe Barn Centre was open and ready for use. The Official Opening was on 10th May. You can see what the new facilities are like and find out about arrangements for Hiring here.

Dunster, in the English county of Somerset, is generally recognised as one of the most perfectly preserved mediaeval villages in the UK, with origins dating back to the Bronze and Iron Ages. Visitors to the village delight in seeing buildings which make the historic experience almost unique: Dunster Castle, St George's Church, the Yarn Market, the Dovecote, Butter Cross, Pack Horse Bridge, the working Water Mill, and Conygar Tower. The one historic building which was missing from this list, being neither accessible to the public nor in a good state of repair, is the early 16th century Tithe Barn, originally part of a Benedictine priory.

The aim of this project was to repair this Grade II Listed Building and make it accessible to the public, not only to house a permanent exhibition, but also to be available for various community events and functions.

The Centre is run by a Management Committee - see 'Contact us' for names and addresses.

Dunster Tithe Barn Community Hall - Registered Charity No. 1099572

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