[6] The barn is a long, low building, with a thatched roof, and walls built of brick, flint and limestone, with large doors with timber lintels.

It has been granted Grade II* listed building status by English Heritage due to its architectural and historical importance.

There are three 30 metres (98 ft) long Victorian wings on the eastern side of the barn, added to house cattle.

[7] Additionally, a plaque over the south door records: "THE BILDING OF THIS BEARNE IS Bl SIR W PASTON KNIGHTE".

There is currently no public access into the barn, partly in order to minimise disturbance to the bats, although some educational interpretation at the site is being considered for the future.