Staddlestones were
originally used as far back as the 16th century
to support wooden storage barns above the ground
to prevent mice from eating the grain stored
there.
The base of barn would literally
sit on however many staddlestones were necessary
to keep it balanced. The most collectable staddlestones
are well-weathered with beautiful patina. Prices
depend on their size, age and the type of stone. Stone
troughs were as well used in France as
they were in Britain.
They would stand alone
to collect rain water, or could be sited next
to a manual pump. They come in all shapes and
depths. and include the D shape or bow-fronted
style with its flat back making it ideal to
sit against a house wall. As well as their
original use as water troughs, they make beautiful planters and garden
features in their own right.
See
our current selection of
Troughs and staddlestones
for sale
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