NHER 13669 (Monument record) - Site of post medieval dovecote and kiln
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Summary
A dove house was shown at this location on a map of 1550 kept at Mannington Hall. The area is now known as Duffers Plantation, and the word duffers was often used to describe dovehouses. In addition, a 19th century map also showed that a kiln once stood here although no trace of this structure could be found.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG13SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WICKMERE, NORTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Dove house shown on map of 1550 at Mannington Hall, with little doves flying round it.
Note name Duffers Plantation; Duffers = Dovehouse.
19th century map also at hall shows site as 'old kiln'!
No trace on ground.
E. Rose (NAU) 11 May 1978.
Part of large scatter NHER 28027.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (2)
Object Types (0)
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Record last edited
May 11 2023 3:59PM