Building record MLI96066 - 13 Barn Hill, Stamford
Summary
13 Barn Hill, Stamford.
Type and Period (1)
- HOUSE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1740 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
13 Barn Hill was built in 1740, according to the date shown on two rain water heads, although a blocked window in the rear wing indicates a possible 17th century origin for this part of the building. The house has been little altered since 1740 and contains many fine original features. {1}
This fine house is two storeys in height with attics and is built of ashlar stone. It has good wrought iron railings on a small projecting wall attached to the house. The interior includes several fine panelled rooms and a good staircase as well as two fireplaces of exceptionally fine workmanship. 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. {2}
This house is described by Pevsner as 'one of the best houses in town'. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI912 Bibliographic Reference: Royal Commission on the Historical Monuments of England. 1977. An Inventory of Historical Monuments. The Town of Stamford. no.100, pp.65-6, plates 103, 121, 125, 127, 130, 134, 135.
- <2> SLI6708 Index: Department of the Environment. 1974. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 1/36.
- <3> SLI1062 Bibliographic Reference: Nikolaus Pevsner and John Harris, with Nicholas Antram. 1989. Buildings of England: Lincolnshire (Second Edition). pp.700-1.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 02798 07220 (19m by 15m) Surveyed |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STAMFORD, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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