New thatch for the Dartmoor roundhouse

The Dartmoor roundhouse has been standing at Lower Merripit Farm, in the heart of the moor, since 2002. By the end of the winter, 2021, it was in need of a new coat of thatch, the third roof since it was built.
This short time-lapse film was created to show the re-thatching process, an ancient craft and skilled task that was completed over three weeks.

[@margharitamccallum8092]

So lovely to see the thatching and to remember sitting snug inside it. Thanks. Blessed Be

[@EastWind785]

What a beautiful film. All the sounds and artistry! How special! ❤️

[@jamieloom22]

Fantastic, new roof looks amazing and thanks for sharing the ancient process.

[@amandaweller8193]

Beautiful, thank you for sharing

[@Yanto-Bardic]

What a wonderful skill to have... But it could have had a more poetic ending, with the light fading into dusk then night as the Hearths Glow from inside grew brighter.

[@robertalvarez8807]

Looks fabulous, hoping we can get to see you very shortly.. xx

[@DajanaHeremic]

Beautiful!

[@fiekevandenhurk]

Watching that process stills up all sorts feelings of nostalgia.... so much so that I feel traces of a longing to be one of those thatchers. Thank you for documenting and sharing it!

[@abigailirvine3414]

Loved watching them put the new roof on was amazing to watch we don't see many roots like this anymore ❤

[@rachaelhalliday3646]

What wonderful craftsmanship. The new roof somehow reminds me of honey.

[@jimwest4060]

Hey