The thatched building the museum is located in dates from the 15th century and is comMuseumly known as the Tithe Barn , however there is no evidence to suggest it was ever used for the collection of tithes . Upminster station is the nearest National Rail and London Underground station.
The Tithe Barn was built by the Abbey of Waltham in 1450 when the Hall (now the golf club) was a retiring place or hunting seat for the Abbot.
The Tithe Barn stands 18 metres long by 12 metres wind and 45 metres long..
The Tithe Barn became a museum on the 1st May 1976. There are currently over 14,500 exhibits, ranging from Roman times to the present day.
Guided tours inside and outside the Tithe Barn are available.
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