NHER 20527 (Monument record) - Post medieval Bowling Green
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Summary
This bowling green exists to the south of the road opposite clock tower and behind the former George Inn which was demolished in the 19th century. The green was mentioned as early as 1681 and is now preserved in a private garden.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF90SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WATTON, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Bowling Green.
South of road opposite clock tower, behind former George Inn demolished in 19th century. Green mentioned as early as 1681. Preserved in private garden as bowling green; reference in Bolingbroke Collection to it being made into a tennis court in 1900 is incorrect.
Information from members of the public [1] and [2].
E. Rose (NAU) 13 July 1984
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (0)
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Record last edited
Aug 2 2007 11:43AM