This area of older vernacular buildings includes the former industrial site of Bolsterstone Glass Furnace / Pottery (see SMR and Scheduled Monument records.). In the mid 17th century a glassworks were established here (on 'Bate Green') by John Fox. The works operated until 1779 when it was converted into a pottery (giving the location its present name of 'Pot House'. In operation until 1796 when converted to farm buildings. (SMR backup file information). Site excavated in 20th century and scheduled as earliest near complete glass furnace in Britain. Significant legibility of industrial remains.