Building record MLI97061 - Barn at Spital Almhouse, Hemswell

Summary

A 1619 hospice, now barn, with underwent alterations in the 19th century.

Type and Period (3)

  • (Modern - 1901 AD? to 2050 AD)
  • (Post Medieval - 1619 AD to 1900 AD?)
  • (Post Medieval to Modern - 1600 AD? to 2050 AD)

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Full Description

A 1619 hospice, now barn with underwent alterations in the 19th century. It was constructed of coursed limestone rubble, some red brick and some stock brick. It has a pantile roof and the north side had a large rectangular opening which was blocked with rubble and brick. 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} Unnamed farmstead, Hemswell Cliff. 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. Isolated location. Large modern sheds are located to the side of the site. {2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Index: Department of the Environment. 1985. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 3/51.
  •  Digital Archive: English Heritage. 2015. English Heritage Farmsteads Project. 2868.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SK 9664 8999 (16m by 8m)
Civil Parish HEMSWELL, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Mar 21 2021 8:35PM

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