Monument record 478/0/1 - Principal Double Tree Avenue Within Fawsley Park
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{2} In 1741 the principal avenue is a double row of trees running north-eastwards through the entire park from Horse Pond, and focussed on Fawsley Hall at its south-west. Mon 478/0/13 may form the remnants of a drive running along the avenue.
{3} Appears to have been shortened by 1812, and terminates with a small building at its north-east end.
<1> Eyre T. (Revised by Jefferys T.), 1779, Map of the County of Northamptonshire, (unchecked) (Map). SNN1852.
<2> 1741, Map of Fawsley, (checked) (Map). SNN8611.
<3> Ordnance Survey, 1811-9, First Edition Ordnance Survey Surveyors Drawings, (unchecked) (Map). SNN104902.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN1852 Map: Eyre T. (Revised by Jefferys T.). 1779. Map of the County of Northamptonshire. NRO Map 1119. (unchecked).
- <2> SNN8611 Map: 1741. Map of Fawsley. (checked).
- <3> SNN104902 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1811-9. First Edition Ordnance Survey Surveyors Drawings. 2 Inches to 1 Mile. Ordnance Survey. (unchecked).
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 56773 57510 (963m by 1095m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FAWSLEY, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 18 2012 4:43PM
