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Star Inn (EHER 25780)

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Summary

Late 14th century hall house with cross wings, altered in the 16th, 18th, and 20th century.

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Location

Grid reference TL 6125 3084 (point)
Civil Parish THAXTED, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX

Type and Period

Description

Late 14th century hall house, with cross-wings, extensively altered in the 16th, 18th, and 20th century. It is timber-framed and plastered, with a red plain tile hipped roof. It is two storeys and cellars, with a four window range of 18th century double hung vertical sliding sashes with glazing bars. The doors have flat canopies with pilasters. The original cross-wing gables were oversailed in the 18th century, and jetties underbuilt. A first floor was inserted and the hall was partially rebuilt in 16th century. There is a wide arched opening between north cross-wing and hall, and there are modern red brick chimney stack. <1> See also: <2> <3>

Sources

  • <1> Webpage: Historic England. 2011. National Heritage List for England (NHLE).
  • <2> Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 1 frame.
  • <3> Collection: Various. Various. Historic England Archive. BF050949.

Other References

  • NRHE identifier: 526338
  • National Monuments Record: TL 63 SW 57

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