Description

NORTH WITHAM CHURCH LANE
SK 92 SW
(east side)
8/119 Manor House
26.4.76
G.V. II
House. Possibly medieval hall, floored in late C16, extended
early C18, altered early Cl9. Cased in timber frame and coursed
squared limestone rubble with ashlar quoins and dressings,
concrete tiled roof having raised stone coped gables, 2 ashlar
gable stacks, one with a moulded cornice. L-plan. 2 storey,
irregular 4 bay front having off-centre 6 panelled door with
fanlight, rusticated door surround, the semi-circular head being
wider than the door opening. To left a single and to right 2
glazing bar sashes, those on the right being larger. To first
floor are 4 similar windows at 2 levels, all windows have ashlar
lintels with keystones. Interior. Earlier rear wing has massive
beams and fireplace bressumer. The dining room has a deeply
chamfered beam with pyramid stop. Position of original screens
passage is clear from the change in floor level and secondary
beam. Evidence of earlier timber frame can also be seen. One
corner cupboard with splat baluster vents and fielded and
panelled doors. Early C19 stick baluster stair with wreathed
handrail.

Listing NGR: SK9281321823

External Links

• Historic England Listing
• Wikidata Q26461510

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  Pioneers of Modern Design: From William Morris to Walter Gropius (Penguin Art & Architecture)
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  Gloucestershire 2: The Vale and The Forest of Dean: Vale and Forest of Dean Pt. 2 (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Department for Communities Listed Historic Buildings of Northern Ireland: Information Guide for the 2nd Survey of Historic Buildings
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