Building record MLI90686 - The Old Post Office, Church Lane, Newton
Summary
The Old Post Office, Church Lane, Newton
Type and Period (2)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
PRN 64927
Coursed limestone rubble house dating to 1613 although with 19th and 20th century alterations. The interior of the house includes an original inglenook fireplace inscribed "RS 1613" and decorated with hounds and human masks. Other interior features include a 4-centred arched fireplace, chamfered girders and several 17th century stone window surrounds. 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}
Despite the name, it is not clear when this house was a post office. The 1905 map shows the post office as a completely different building, to the west of the church. {2}
Unnamed farmstead, Newton and Haceby. Partially extant 19th century farmstead. Loose courtyard with two sides of the courtyard formed by working agricultural buildings. The farmhouse is detached with the long axis facing on to the yard. 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 to the side of the site. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI5596 Index: Department of the Environment. 1990. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 6/41; 320.003.
- <2> SLI3566 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1902-06. 25 Inch County Series Map - Second Edition. 1:2500. 115/13-14.
- <3> SLI15702 Digital Archive: English Heritage. 2015. English Heritage Farmsteads Project. 7068.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 04988 36151 (20m by 9m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NEWTON AND HACEBY, NORTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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