Frazer Haywood pre-locate barns and other timber buildings and at any one time can offer a variety of original & unique designs to suit a wide variety of uses.

However, if none of these fit the bill, we would be more than happy to source something that is closer to your requirements. However, don’t forget that as these will be considered as “new build” under planning regulations - and not subject to stringent conservation rules - we can adapt them in a multitude of ways to suit your needs.

We are happy to work with your architect in the planning stages to maximise the aesthetic appeal & practical uses of the building. After this, if you wish, we can help with the re-erection of the barn.

Planning Issues

Frazer Haywood cannot advise on specific planning issues as each building will be judged on its merits and the specific criteria adhered to by your local authority. Your application for planning must take into consideration the local planning requirements and it is advisable to seek professional help from a local architect. Frazer Haywood are happy to assist your architects on the technical aspects of the project.

Your local Building Control Authority will need to know that the timber structure meets current requirements for structural components so that existing spans and load bearing capacities can be retained in the new building. We are confident that in the majority of cases this should be no difficulty for a structural engineer but you must seek your own advice.

Dismantling and Reconstruction.

Once we have chosen the barn, it is extensively photographed & video’d in its original state. We then asses the most suitable way to dismantle the barn.

Then we take sonic levels of all the kingpins and mark them accordingly which will allow them to be reassembled in exactly the same position as they were, maximising the inherent strength in the building. Next, all the timbers are numbered while plans are drawn and measurements taken.

Detailed photographs are taken at all the key stages during deconstruction and notes will be made of the ideal sequence of reconstruction. Once all the frame has been dismantled, it will be refurbished using reclaimed oak where required to replacing any timbers that are not up to standard, cut to size & shape accordingly.

All our barns are sold without roofing or internal flooring but we would be happy to supply these - we will be happy to quote for this & re-erection on an individual basis.