Monument record MLI33254 - The Old Grammar School, Bourne
Summary
Former Grammar School building in the churchyard of St Peter and St Paul's Church, Bourne.
Type and Period (1)
- SCHOOL (Post Medieval - 1636 AD to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
In the SE corner of the churchyard stands the old Grammar School, provided by Sir William Trollope in 1636. It is a fine example of early 17th century brick & stone construction. Now in use as a church hall. {1}
White's 1872 Trade Directory states that the school and associated almshouses (MLI34020) were funded by a rent-charge out of lands owned by Trollope in Weston. {2}
The building can be seen marked as a Grammar School on the 1904 OS map of Bourne. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI2401 Index: OS CARD INDEX. BOURNE. TF 01 NE:14,1965, FC.
- <2> SLI887 Bibliographic Reference: William White. 1872. History, Gazetteer and Directory of Lincolnshire (Third Edition). pp.575-576.
- <3> SLI3566 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-06. 25 Inch County Series Map - Second Edition. 1:2500. TF 01 NE.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 09730 19951 (9m by 14m) Surveyed |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BOURNE, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Aug 21 2023 10:11AM
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