Building record 589/0/34 - Arch Cottage and The Folly and connecting brick crenelated arch

Originally a group of four cottages built in the 18th century. Now two. Locally listed building

{1} These two cottages (originally four) were commissioned by Lady Knightly of Fawsley Hall during the 18th century. They are built of reddish/orange brick and were originally designed to resemble a castle with towers on either side and crenellations on the north elevation. The two cottages are joined on the north side by a crenelated archway. The arch has been deliberately designed to frame an important view of the open countryside to the north of the village. Although alterations and additions have been made to the cottages they still possess a unique character within the village and a visual contrast to the ironstone buildings that are predominant. The building is visible from the churchyard of St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church and is also prominent in views towards the village from some distance away to the north.

<1> Daventry District Council, 2021, Preston Capes Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan, Adopted March 2021, p. 69 (Report). SNN116192.

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Sep 16 2026 1:04PM