Lock up approximately 30m north-west of Parish Church (EHER 29570)

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Summary

Late 18th to early 19th century lock-up, restored in 1977.

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Grid reference	TL 6790 4108 (point)
Civil Parish	STEEPLE BUMPSTEAD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX

Type and Period

LOCK UP (Late 18th century to Early 19th century - 1767 AD to 1832 AD)

Description

Lock-up dating to the late 18th to early 19th century and restored in 1977. It is red brick in English bond with a slate roof. It has a rectangular plan abutting on the churchyard wall to the south, with a door to the east. The strap-hinges are extended to form hasps on the north jamb. In the gable over the door is an iron grill. <1> See also: <2> <3>

Sources

<1> SEX71357 Webpage: Historic England. 2011. National Heritage List for England (NHLE).
<2> SEX60011 Photograph: Pratt, N.. 2001. Record Photographs Braintree District. 120. Colour negative.
<3> SEX56253 Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 4 frames, 10/1983.

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