A wonderful opportunity to be guided around the timber-frame features of Blackfriars Priory and the Folk of Gloucester. Learn to observe how stylistic changes in timber features between the 1200s to the 1700s provides evidence for dating timber framed buildings.

Aims:

• Show how radically timber-frame construction changes over time and how to use these changes to date buildings.

• Provide an illustrated glossary to help easily understand terms and spot the difference between timbers (such as difference between a Queen post and a Queen strut roof).

• Identify and interpret the clues left behind by skilled carpenters and their tools and how their techniques evolved through time.

The Tutor:

Dr Andy Moir is chairman of the Gloucestershire Building Recording Group and a dendrochronologist involved in the study and dating of timber-framed buildings. He recently managed the Lottery Funded Gloucestershire Dendrochronology project which tree-ring dated over 50 buildings in Gloucester, Tewkesbury and Newent. He has a passion to pass on a clear understanding of our historic buildings, which often simply requires a keen eye and an understanding of what to look for.

Participant Information:

The course will be limited to 12 participants and is suitable for all over 12 years old. No special clothing or equipment is required, but it is recommended to bring a pen or pencil and a torch.

Fee & Refreshments:

£15 per person, which includes tuition, tea, coffee and biscuits.

Timings:

The course lasts 1 hour 45 minutes with a 15 minute break.

Meeting place is at 10am at the Folk of Gloucester, ground floor.