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Marsh House Farmhouse (EHER 38557)

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Summary

An early 17th century timber framed and plastered house, extended in the 18th and 19th centuries. The main range comprises four bays and is flanked by an 18th century one-bay extension to the right and 18th century rear wing.

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Location

Grid reference TQ 8691 9865 (point)
Civil Parish PURLEIGH, MALDON, ESSEX

Type and Period

Description

May 1984. Grade II listed. An early 17th century timber framed and plastered house, extended in the 18th and 19th centuries. The roof is covered with handmade red clay tiles. The main range comprises four bays facing South with an 18th century one-bay extension to the right and an 18th century single story wing with attics to the rear. A 19th century bakehouse is cited just beyond the rear wing. There is also an 18th century lean-to extension in the right rear angle, which runs along the full length of the main range and forms a catslide roof with it. A 19th century lean-to extension of red brick is built into the left rear angle, and also forms a catslide with the main roof. <1> See photos <2>. See also <3>.

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. 5 frames, 7/1985.
  • <3> Report: Potter, S.. 2004. Purleigh Historical Settlement Assessment.

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