NHER 11814 (Building record) - Thatched Cottage

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Summary

This large and tall thatched cottage is built of clay lump around a timber frame. Inside is an inserted upper floor. It is probably 16th century.

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Location

Map sheet TM09SE
Civil Parish OLD BUCKENHAM, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK

Map

18 November 1976. Visit.
Immediately south of church.
Large and tall thatched clay cottage apparently on a timber frame. Some windows of original size remain; one door has been blocked. Good condition.
(S1) describes as approximately 1700.
E. Rose (NAU), 18 November 1976.

Handwritten addition to Norfolk County Council copy of (S1) adds; Inside, inserted floor with stopped and chamfered common joists. Open brick fireplaces with timber bressumer. Bolection moulded timber fire surround in hall from around 1700. Queen post truss with arch braces to tie beam, probably 16th century.
E. Rose (NAU), 12 January 2001.

  • --- Drawing: Various. Various. Architectural plans.
  • --- Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
  • --- Secondary File: Secondary File.
  • <S1> Designation: Historic England. National Heritage List for England. List Entry 1077505.

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Record last edited

Sep 21 2017 4:43PM

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