Washlands Farmhouse (EHER 29147)
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Summary
Farmhouse constructed during the 17th century, with later additions and alterations. It was built on an irregular T-shaped plan with the cross-wing at the south end. The north wing was extended or partly rebuilt in the 19th century.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 7698 3463 (1m by 0m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SIBLE HEDINGHAM, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data transfer:
Washland's Farm (NAT). <1>
Washland's Farmhouse. House of the 17th century or earlier origin with later additions and alterations. RCHM 39. Grade II. <2>
Washlands Farm, house, 600 yards north-west of the church, was built on an irregular T-shaped plan with the cross-wing at the south end. The north wing was extended or partly rebuilt in the 19th century. In the middle of the south elevation is a gable. Inside the building, at the west end of the cross-wing, is visible an original window, now blocked, with three diamond-shaped mullions. In the same wing is a late 17th century door. <3>
Sources
- <1> SEX34266 Map: Ordnance Survey. unknown. Ordnance Survey 1:10000 Post War National Grid. 1975.
- <2> SEX15046 DESC TEXT: Department of the Environment. 1984. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Braintree. p.81.
- <3> SEX701 Monograph: RCHME. 1916. An Inventory of the Historical Monuments in Essex, Volume I, North-West. p.271.
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 880978
- National Monuments Record: TL 73 SE 35