Listed Building: Carey Cottage (12/149)
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| Grade | II |
|---|---|
| NHLE UID | 1374524 |
| Date assigned | 02 November 1954 |
| Date last amended |
Description
House. Mid C18. Regular coursed lias with C20 plain tiled roof. 3-unit plan. 2 storeys, 2-window range of casements with leaded lights; those at first floor are probably C18 with wood lintels. Brick stacks at ridge and end. C20 entrance at rear. Inscribed tablet between first floor windows, "In this cottage there lived from 1783 to 1789, William Carey, Shoemaker, Schoolmaster, Preacher, Scholar and Missionary Pioneer. While beneath this roof be conceived and developed the great missionary idea that has changed India and awakened world-wide movements. He ministered to the baptist church in this village for over 4 years. Born at Paulespury, 17th August 1761, he died 9th June 1834 and his body was buried at Serampore, India. "Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God. He being dead yet speaketh".
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7796 6633 (12m by 11m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | MOULTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
External Links (1)
- https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1374524 (Link to NHLE record on Historic England website)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Record last edited
Nov 24 2021 1:39PM
