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Victoria Cottage (EHER 29577)

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Summary

Late 16th century and later timber-framed building, restored as three cottages in 1897.

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Location

Grid reference Centred TL 6797 4107 (15m by 19m)
Civil Parish STEEPLE BUMPSTEAD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX

Type and Period

Description

Building of uncertain purpose of the late 16th century, altered in the 18th, 19th, and 20th century. It is timber-framed, plastered, and roofed with handmade red clay tiles. The building was restored by public subscription as three cottages to celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, in 1897, the origin of the present name. They have been combined to form one house. <1> See also: <2>

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. 2 frames, 10/1983.

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