The £55,000 medieval style house was built by Rob Ley, a professional wood worker from Skendleby near Spilsby.

He worked closely with Forestry Commission experts to build the house using around 50 trees from the site that were cut down by students from Riseholme College.

The structure, which has no metal nails or screws holding it together, was completed with a roof using handmade pantiles.

Rob summed up the project by saying: "We have turned standing trees into a substantial building by following in the footsteps of mediaeval craftsmen, who know a lot about sustainability and efficient design.

"It is important to keep these old crafts alive and I hope the project inspires others to carry on our traditions."

The official opening was performed by Eddy Poll, Lincolnshire County Council's Executive Councillor for Economic Development who praised the project as a fine example of what could be achieved by many different groups working in partnership.

The house forms part of the £1million Lincolnshire Limewoods Project and aims to help preserve traditional skills and provide better visitor facilities in the popular 900-acre wood.

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