Building record MLI92717 - The Unicorn, Boston
Summary
A hotel dating from the mid 18th century.
Type and Period (1)
- HOTEL (Mid C18, Post Medieval to Modern - 1733 AD to 2050 AD)
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Full Description
A hotel dating from the mid 18th century which underwent alterations in the early and mid 19th century. The wing at right angles to the river was added after 1807 and the construction of the new town bridge (qv). The hotel was constructed of red brick and stucco and has a slate roof. The original White Hart was demolished in the early 19th century for the New Bridge Street; the present building was previously the "Unicorn". The Unicorn Inn is recorded as early as the 16th century. 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}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI8254 Index: Department of the Environment. 1975. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 716-1/7/71.
- <2> SLI17424 Index: Lincolnshire County Council. Inns on the Edge Project Surveys. Boston, The White Hart.
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Location
Grid reference | Centred TF 3270 4402 (19m by 25m) |
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Civil Parish | BOSTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Aug 7 2023 11:15AM
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