Construction of Ushaw College began in 1804 and it was fully completed by 1808. The original buildings were designed by James Taylor, although other sections were added in later years as the site expanded. Final developments ensued in the early 1960’s; with the addition of a new east wing to provide supplementary classrooms and bedrooms for a further 75 students. Despite its condition, much of the site is now currently listed. For more history on Ushaw College and the chapel follow this link to an earlier report: Ushaw College
The site of the stables and barn was constructed alongside the seminary, in 1804, to allow the monks residing there to function self-sufficiently. The stables and barn operated up until 1972 but has since remained mostly abandoned; although a number of local farmers, and the former owner of the farmhouse onsite, have used the site since its ‘official’ closure. The farmhouse is a fairly modern development, constructed sometime in the mid 1900’s. The stable and barn, which also houses sty’s for pigs and cattle, is now a listed building alongside the larger college buildings; since it is rare to find such a site that matches a neighbouring seminary and chapel. It has been rumoured that the site has now been leased to the North of England Civic Trust, an institute who are looking to redevelop and preserve the grounds.
A special thanks to The Amateur Wanderer, whose history I’ve used to compile my own.
Back in the UK at long last, and it certainly feels good to be back and part of an active civilization; or somewhere with a population at least. And so, as it’s been a while we thought we’d get the original gang together and pay the North East a visit. Originally, the intention had been to visit the old Ushaw pool we’ve heard so much about, but that didn’t turn out so well this time. Refusing to leave completely defeated, however, we decided to visit the stable and barn which is located somewhere within the vicinity of Ushaw College. As it turned out, it wasn’t a bad explore at all, and to our surprise there was a bit of a farmhouse to check out too. Ushaw is certainly looks rather dilapidated these days, but the stable and barn was a bit of a surprise. Anyway, on that bombshell, onwards with the report; for those who like farmyards and the like…
Explored with the WildBoyz! (Ford Mayhem and Subject 47).
1: Ushaw Stable
2: Ushaw Horse Stable
3: Corridor to Cattle Sty's
4: In the Rafters
5: Looking out from the Roof
6: Inside the Ceiling
7: Main Upstairs Storage Area
8: Cattle Feeding Room
9: Inside Sty
10: An Excellent Fever Drink (For Cattle) and Shinio Metal Polish
11: A Shelf with Objects
12: Equipment Room (For Horses)
13: Udder Wash
14: Old Material Bags
15: Middle Storage Area
16: Straw Storage
17: Horse Stable
18: Ushaw Stable and Barn External Shot
19: Farmhouse Stove
20: Tetley Tea Clock
21: Farmhouse Window
22: Farmhouse Fireplace and Ornaments
23: Upstairs Corridor
24: Upstairs Bedroom
25: Main Hall (Downstairs)
26: Storage with Cabinets
27: Outdoor Privy
28: Ushaw Stable, Barn and Farmhouse
The site of the stables and barn was constructed alongside the seminary, in 1804, to allow the monks residing there to function self-sufficiently. The stables and barn operated up until 1972 but has since remained mostly abandoned; although a number of local farmers, and the former owner of the farmhouse onsite, have used the site since its ‘official’ closure. The farmhouse is a fairly modern development, constructed sometime in the mid 1900’s. The stable and barn, which also houses sty’s for pigs and cattle, is now a listed building alongside the larger college buildings; since it is rare to find such a site that matches a neighbouring seminary and chapel. It has been rumoured that the site has now been leased to the North of England Civic Trust, an institute who are looking to redevelop and preserve the grounds.
A special thanks to The Amateur Wanderer, whose history I’ve used to compile my own.
Back in the UK at long last, and it certainly feels good to be back and part of an active civilization; or somewhere with a population at least. And so, as it’s been a while we thought we’d get the original gang together and pay the North East a visit. Originally, the intention had been to visit the old Ushaw pool we’ve heard so much about, but that didn’t turn out so well this time. Refusing to leave completely defeated, however, we decided to visit the stable and barn which is located somewhere within the vicinity of Ushaw College. As it turned out, it wasn’t a bad explore at all, and to our surprise there was a bit of a farmhouse to check out too. Ushaw is certainly looks rather dilapidated these days, but the stable and barn was a bit of a surprise. Anyway, on that bombshell, onwards with the report; for those who like farmyards and the like…
Explored with the WildBoyz! (Ford Mayhem and Subject 47).
1: Ushaw Stable
2: Ushaw Horse Stable
3: Corridor to Cattle Sty's
4: In the Rafters
5: Looking out from the Roof
6: Inside the Ceiling
7: Main Upstairs Storage Area
8: Cattle Feeding Room
9: Inside Sty
10: An Excellent Fever Drink (For Cattle) and Shinio Metal Polish
11: A Shelf with Objects
12: Equipment Room (For Horses)
13: Udder Wash
14: Old Material Bags
15: Middle Storage Area
16: Straw Storage
17: Horse Stable
18: Ushaw Stable and Barn External Shot
19: Farmhouse Stove
20: Tetley Tea Clock
21: Farmhouse Window
22: Farmhouse Fireplace and Ornaments
23: Upstairs Corridor
24: Upstairs Bedroom
25: Main Hall (Downstairs)
26: Storage with Cabinets
27: Outdoor Privy
28: Ushaw Stable, Barn and Farmhouse
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