ENN101877 - The White Horse, 163-165 Watling Street, 2002 (Building recording)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 6935 4861 (10m by 10m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOWCESTER, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Northamptonshire Archaeology
Date
May 2002
Description
Buildings recording and analysis during conversion of the former White Horse coaching inn has shown that the fabric of the existing building dates to around 1770, although vestiges may survive of two earlier, separate structures, both themselves inns. These have been traced in documentary sources to as early as 1685 and were amalgamated under single ownership around 1720. Fragments of historic 19th century décor show the former inn to have been a fashionable place to stay towards the end of its life. It was closed due to bankruptcy, partly brought on by competition from the railways and was subsequently returned to two properties, both private homes. During the latter half of the 20th century the two properties were reunited and converted into offices for the local authority.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN103380 Journal: CBA South Midlands Group. 2003. South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter (33). South Midlands Archaeology: CBA Group 9 Newsletter. 33. CBA. (part checked).
- <2> SNN102249 Report: Soden I.; Upson-Smith T.. 2002. "New for Old" The Archaeology of The White Horse, A Former Coaching Inn at 163-165 Watling Street, Towcester, Northamptonshire. NCC. (unchecked).
External Links (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (2)
Parent/preceding Site Events/Activities (1)
- ENN100930 163-165 Watling Street, 2001 (Evaluation) (Ref: 6948223)
Record last edited
Oct 7 2022 3:55PM
