Oast House Renovation. What's Dan Doing Here?
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- Опубликовано: 14 фев 2024
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English oast houses, particularly those found in the picturesque Kent region of the UK, are iconic structures that represent a significant part of the area's agricultural and architectural heritage. Originating from the 16th century, these distinctive buildings, with their white cowls and conical roofs, were primarily designed for drying hops as part of the beer brewing process. Their unique design and functionality are deeply interwoven with the history of brewing in England, making them not just buildings but landmarks of a bygone era.
Kent, often called the "Garden of England," has been at the forefront of hop cultivation for centuries. This historical significance is mirrored in the abundance of oast houses that dot the landscape, standing as a testament to the region's erstwhile thriving hop industry.
These structures, typically featuring a round or square kiln and an adjoining stowage or barn, are ingeniously designed to maximize airflow and facilitate the drying process, showcasing the ingenuity of past generations.
Preserving these oast houses is of paramount importance for a multitude of reasons. Architecturally, they are a marvel of traditional construction techniques, embodying the craftsmanship and materials of their time.
Culturally, they serve as a tangible connection to the agricultural practices that shaped Kent's social and economic fabric and the wider UK. Moreover, they contribute significantly to the local identity and heritage, offering educational insights into the historical landscape of British brewing.
Efforts to preserve these structures are crucial in maintaining the region's historical continuity and architectural diversity. Many oast houses have been thoughtfully converted into homes or businesses, ensuring their survival while respecting their historical essence. This adaptive reuse safeguards the buildings and breathes new life into them, allowing them to remain relevant and functional in the modern world.
Preserving oast houses in Kent is vital for honouring the UK's rich agricultural and brewing history. These structures are not merely relics of the past but are living monuments that continue to tell the story of a region's heritage and traditions.
By maintaining and cherishing these historical edifices, we ensure that future generations can appreciate and learn from the architectural ingenuity and cultural significance that they embody.
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2 true tradesmen having an intelligent chat about the renovation .Keep it up boys 👏 Great stuff
Rich customer with an unlimited funds to restore old buildings. This is a good thing otherwise these pieces of history would disappear. Thanks
Great to see craftsmanship is still alive!
brilliant i want pt2 please , lovely building right there
guaranteed a interesting vid when dans involved
Thanks. 🙌
Dan, best man for the job. 👍
Very interesting, love seeing jobs like theses
CT1 CT1 CT1! - Even Roger’s been brainwashed! Well done for setting him straight Dan… cool project btw! 👌🏼😄
I wish I had tradesmen like this near me, true craftsmen and top fellas
Great to see you back again Dan, l hope Skillbuilder might be able to film some of your work on the project.
Hopefully we can get some footage of the project. 🙌
I hope so too
Always like Dan on the videos
Thanks.
Lovely project. Great video with loads of fascinating conversation.
Thanks you both for the look around this interesting renovation. Its always intrigued me how they tillled the curved roofs, now I know. 👍
Us too!
Lovely project. Great video it would be great to be able to follow that project along the way
We hope to return from time to time.
Definitely need a series on this
Dans a legend, you do any fishing anymore
Thanks Tony. Yes I’m still fishing when I get time to go.
cool project 👏
👍👍👍.Thanks
A legend is dan, u fish anymore?
Is this alan partridges oasthouse? 😂😂😂😂😂
And not a sleeve tattoo or a vape machine in sight 👍 .
Be after the tincas soon
No problem putting a pocket in 9" brick
That is true but there will be a lot of pockets and the joist will need to be slid in from outside whereas a hanger allows it to be dropped in.
Yeah but where’s James?😉
Filming with him in 2 weeks time
@@SkillBuilder Brilliant.👍