Eyston Smyths Farmhouse (EHER 27757)
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Summary
Early 15th century farmhouse with 17th century and later additions and alterations.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 8268 4292 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BELCHAMP OTTEN, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data transfer:
Eyston Smyth's Farm [NAT]. <1>
Eyston Smith's Farm, house, about 1 1/2 miles north-east of the church, was built late in the 16th century, on a rectangular plan. A wing was added on the east side, probably in the 17th century, making the plan T-shaped. There are modern additions on the south side of the wing; on the west side the upper storey projects, and has curved brackets. The original central chimney-stack has diagonal pilasters. Inside the building a room in the east wing has a moulded ceiling-beam, re-used. <2>
Early 15th century with later and 17th century additions and alterations. Grade II. <3>
See also: <4>
Sources
- <1> SEX35033 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1950-1969. Ordnance Survey 1:10560 (6 inch) Post War National Grid. 1967.
- <2> SEX701 Monograph: RCHME. 1916. An Inventory of the Historical Monuments in Essex, Volume I, North-West. p.16.
- <3> SEX27272 DESC TEXT: Department of the Environment. 1984. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Braintree. p.8.
- <4> SEX56253 Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 5 frames.
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 610218
- National Monuments Record: TL 84 SW 26