Barn approximately 25 metres west of Nortofts Farmhouse (EHER 29335)

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Summary

Barn built late 16th century, altered in 17th and 20th centuries.

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Grid reference	TL 7048 3157 (point)
Civil Parish	FINCHINGFIELD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX

Type and Period

TIMBER FRAMED BARN (Late 16th century to Modern - 1577 AD to 2050 AD)

Description

NRHE data transfer: Barn built late 16th century, altered in 17th and 20th centuries. Timber-framed, mainly plastered, part weatherboarded, roofed with plastic-coated corrugated iron, with original brick plinth. Originally roofed with tiles, replaced after wind damage 1982. Originally thought to have been a granary or a "banqueting house". <1> See also: <2>

Sources

<1> SEX4383 DESC TEXT: Department of the Environment. 1985. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Braintree. p.401.
<2> SEX75778 Collection: Various. Various. Historic England Archive. BF031572.

Other References

NRHE identifier: 511553
National Monuments Record: TL 73 SW 44

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