17th to 18th century house and barn, Herkstead Hall (EHER 1460)
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Summary
House is two-storied, and the walls are plastered with timber-frame.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 6780 3821 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STEEPLE BUMPSTEAD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
House is two-storied, and the walls are plastered with timber-frame. Probably built late in the 17th century on an L-plan, and much altered in the 18th century. It has a 'modern' addition on the north side.
Inside, the panelling is now paper-covered.
Barn south-east of the house is probably 17th century. The walls are weatherboarded timber-frame. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX701 Monograph: RCHME. 1916. An Inventory of the Historical Monuments in Essex, Volume I, North-West. p.243.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL63-023