Site of 16th century farmhouse, Lewsey's Farm, near Froyz Hall (EHER 82523)
Please read our guidance about the use of Essex Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
Early 16th century farmhouse with late 16th century additions. Additions were also carried out during the 17th century. It is likely no longer extant.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 7466 3590 (63m by 45m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOPPESFIELD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data transfer:
Lewsey's Farm (NAT). <1>
Lewsey's Farm, house, was built probably early in the 16th century; later in the same century a chimney-stack and a wing extending towards the north were added at the east end. On the east side of the wing is a 17th century addition; on the west side is a modern addition which apparently stands on the site of an earlier structure. The 16th century chimney-stack has one hexagonal shaft, and four octagonal shafts.
Inside the building, in the south wall, is an original window, with a moulded mullion, now blocked. In the upper storey, at the west end, are remains of a king-post roof-truss. <2>
2026 note: The site is not featured on modern OS mapping and presumed to no longer be extant.
Sources
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 880618
- National Monuments Record: TL 73 NW 30