York Historic Environment Record

A small development has been granted planning permission at the site of Prospect Farm, Murton Way, Murton, York, and shall comprise of the conversion and extension of redundant agricultural buildings to form two dwellings. The site lies within the Conservation Area of Murton and is situated west of the village centre, set back from Murton Way behind Prospect Farmhouse. The survey identified that the agricultural buildings associated with Prospect Farmhouse included the following: a Combination Barn, Multi Bay Shelter Shed, Loosebox and a Milking Parlour. Other periphery buildings, not subject to a recording, were briefly evaluated to help identify the historical development of the farmhouse and yard. This primarily includes the presence of a Rubbing House, associated with racehorse training. Other temporary structures noted around the farm were a range of pole barns, lean-to’ and a BC railway container. The photographic record is held by the HER.