We’re in the final stages of delivering a massive laminated timber composting barn for Willesden Farms and it’s already shaping up to be one of our standout builds.
This isn’t just a big shed. It’s a purpose-built system designed to house cows well, manage effluent smartly, and save serious money compared to traditional infrastructure.
Build Stats at a Glance
- Up to 20% more cost-effective than traditional builds
- 31 metres wide
- 185 metres long
- 128 poles
- 64 laminated timber beams
- 740 metres of feedface
- 3,500m³ of woodchip bedding
- Wintering for 550 cows
- Feeding capacity for up to 1,000 cows
The scale of this barn means Willesden Farms can winter more cows on-farm, reduce pasture damage, improve cow comfort, and simplify feed management while keeping long-term costs down.
Progress in Pictures
Here’s a look at how the build is tracking on site:
Built with the Future in Mind
It’s more than just size. It’s a smart investment. By building infrastructure that works harder year-round, Willesden Farms is reducing reliance on off-farm wintering, improving herd welfare, and taking pressure off paddocks in the wet. That kind of thinking pays off and it delivers on every front: feed efficiency, labour productivity, and long-term durability that gives real peace of mind.
Future-proofing starts with design. With 740 metres of feedface and capacity to feed 1000 cows at once, this barn gives flexibility no matter what the season throws at them. Add in the durability of laminated timber and smart material use, and it’s a setup that’s built to perform for years to come.
Less stress. More control. That’s the real payoff: a system that gives the team at Willesden Farms peace of mind through winter and a clear edge in day-to-day operations.
And because we handle the design and build in-house at Numat Construction, the project stayed on time and on budget.