Barn Conversions
Revealing hidden potential
Redundant barns and agricultural buildings offer huge potential for new commercial opportunities in desirable rural locations.
A barn that is in the wrong place, falling down, too small for today’s farming practices or surplus to requirements, can be sensitively re-purposed and transformed into valuable new premises.
Many farmers see diversification as vital to the financial viability of the farm. The conversion of barns into holiday lets, offices, shops, restaurants and business parks allows a new source of income when finances are under pressure.
62% of UK farms have diversified, according to Defra’s Farm Business Survey
We have a proven track record in farm diversification and have transformed a wide variety of redundant farm buildings into very successful alternative uses. In some circumstances Class Q prior approval legislation provides a fast track route for converting redundant barns to residential use. See our Class Q sector for further details.
Flexible commercial uses can be provided in former agricultural buildings using a process similar to the Class Q route, converting buildings using your Permitted Developments Rights. Such uses include shops, financial services, cafes and leisure.
Our talented team specialise in high-quality sustainable design and are experienced in converting older and listed barns. Importantly we retain the building’s integrity and individual character, while cleverly combining contemporary elegance.
Due to ever changing planning legislation, diversification of farm assets is now easier than ever before!
Agricultural Portfolio
Take a look at our Barn Conversions within our Agricultural Portfolio. Simply click the filters buttons to view our sub sectors.
“Western Design took a derelict barn and transformed it into something special. Not only has it improved the view, it brings the farm a new source of income. Diversification at its best.”
Mel and Colin, Marnhull
If you are looking for a new business venture or to diversify your existing business, WDA will work closely with you to unlock the value in you land and buildings
A Planning approval will instantly add value to your land or disused buildings. With an approval, you will have various options. You can sell the property with planning permission, choose to carry out the works yourself to sell or create a new business to boost your existing income.
Our expert team will guide you through the whole process and we have close working relationships with other consultants.
Head back to our main Agricultural Sector page to view other types of public projects.
