The Cow Byre
Overview
The Cow Byre is recorded as Memorial in England City Of Bristol. The 1742 map of Bristol shows Kings Down as open pasture with paths leading to Bristol. Restoration to this house in 2010 revealed a well under the floor, an arched opening at the rear and traces of bovine urates in the walls, confirming the building's fo
What this place is
The saved account records: Restoration to this house in 2010 revealed a well under the floor, an arched opening at the rear and traces of bovine urates in the walls, confirming the building's fo
People and events
The saved account records: The 1742 map of Bristol shows Kings Down as open pasture with paths leading to Bristol.
How it was used
The label Memorial gives the safest clue to purpose or form. It does not by itself prove the exact building method, daily use, age or sequence of changes at this place.
What survives
The official record fixes the place and calls it Memorial. It does not provide a full list of finds or a current condition report, so visible and buried remains are not guessed.
Why it mattered
The Cow Byre matters as a recorded memorial tied to an exact landscape. The account keeps what is known useful while leaving names, dates and claims unsupported by the source visibly open.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
A heritage record does not grant access or permission to enter, climb, collect or disturb anything. Check current paths, ownership, opening arrangements and protection before visiting.