Building record MLI86602 - The Old Hall, High Street, Leadenham
Summary
The Old Hall, High Street, Leadenham
Type and Period (2)
- COUNTRY HOUSE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1600 AD to 2050 AD)
- FARMSTEAD (Post Medieval to Modern - 1600 AD? to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
63316
The Old Hall is a small country house, built in the seventeenth century. The listing description suggests that the north front was early seventeenth century, while Pevsner suggests that it dates to about c.1690, as describes it as 'visually one of the most enchanting houses in the county'. It is constructed of dressed and coursed limestone rubble with ashlar dressings and a hipped pantile roof. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}{2}
Old Hall, Leadenham. Partially extant 17th century farmstead. Regular courtyard of L plan. The farmhouse is attached to a range of working buildings. There has been a partial loss (less than 50%) of traditional buildings. Located within or in association with a village. Large modern sheds are located on the site. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI7648 Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 4/5 (263.005).
- <2> SLI1062 Bibliographic Reference: Nikolaus Pevsner and John Harris, with Nicholas Antram. 1989. Buildings of England: Lincolnshire (Second Edition). page 431.
- <3> SLI15702 Digital Archive: English Heritage. 2015. English Heritage Farmsteads Project. 6453.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 95185 52500 (25m by 21m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LEADENHAM, NORTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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