Listed Building: Dovecote approx 20m north west of No. 57 (Prebendal Manor House) and attached walls, outbuilding and group of foundations (1065976)
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| Grade | II |
|---|---|
| NHLE UID | 1065976 |
| Date assigned | 23 May 1967 |
| Date last amended |
Description
Dovecote, and attached walls outbuilding and group of foundations. Walls probably medieval, dovecote probably C16 and C18. Dovecote is squared coursed limestone with Collyweston slate roof. Rectangular plan. Central doorway under wood lintel and narrow window opening, under eaves, above. Later window opening in elevation to left. C18 hipped roof with gablets. Interior: 576 nesting boxes in 15 tiers. Walls to left and right of dovecote are squared coursed and banded limestone with evidence of a gateway corresponding with the position of the later dovecote. Attached outbuilding used as a earth closet has a 2 seater internal arrangement. Group of attached foundations are medieval remains of solar which formed part of No.57 (Prebendal Manor House) (q.v.). (RCHM: An Inventory of Architectural Monuments in North Northamptonshire: p125)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 0626 9613 (42m by 17m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NASSINGTON, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
External Links (1)
- https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1065976 (Link to NHLE record on Historic England website)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Record last edited
Apr 29 2022 3:18PM
