Building record MLI96101 - Priory House, Priory Road, Stamford
Summary
Priory House, Priory Road, Stamford
Type and Period (3)
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Full Description
PRN 38603
Priory House was built around 1771 for Joseph Treen, a tea dealer. It stands on a scarp above the river, resulting in a two storey north side with cellars and a three storey south side. It has a slightly later wing on the south side, possibly added after the house was sold in 1780. The north side has an early 19th century porch with cast iron columns. The south side has early 19th century curved bay windows. The interior has early 19th century fittings including a staircase. {1}
This house dates to the early 18th century [this date is probably incorrect - see above]. It is built of coursed stone with a slate roof and a projecting painted rectangular porch in plain Roman style. 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}
Priory Farm, Stamford. Partially extant 19th century farmstead. Regular courtyard with multiple regular yards. The farmhouse is attached to a range of working buildings. There has been significant loss (greater than 50%) of traditional buildings. Isolated location. {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 276, p 112.
- <2> SLI6708 Index: Department of the Environment. 1974. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 2/134.
- <3> SLI15702 Digital Archive: English Heritage. 2015. English Heritage Farmsteads Project. 9863.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 0392 0735 (27m by 15m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STAMFORD, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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