Cob wall and thatched house
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Cob wall and thatched house by Alan Murray-Rust as part of the Geograph project.
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Image: © Alan Murray-Rust Taken: 8 Mar 2014
Genuine cob walls (made from mud with straw as a binding agent) are increasingly rare. This one needs some attention to the finish to prevent deterioration and possible collapse.
Image Location
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