NHER 23563 (Building record) - Fersfield Old Rectory
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Summary
A timber framed house, which probably dates from before the 17th century, and which was largely rebuilt in the mid 18th century. This was the former home of Francis Blomefield, the famous Norfolk historian, and rector of Fersfield.
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Location
| Map sheet | TM08SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BRESSINGHAM, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
House, largely of 1755, but one pile older; in form resembles 17th century lobby entrance 2 cell plan, but some indications that the stack was inserted into an older frame.
The former home of Francis Blomfield, the Norfolk historian, who was rector of Fersfield.
See (S1).
E. Rose (NAU) 7 May 1987.
Associated Sources (4)
- --- SNF7576 Monograph: Pevsner, N and Wilson, B. 1999. Norfolk 2: North-West and South. The Buildings of England. 2nd Edition. p 336.
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
- --- SNF8804 Secondary File: Secondary File.
- <S1> SNF53183 Unpublished Document: Rose, E.. 1987. Building Report.. Building Report.
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Record last edited
Apr 26 2016 2:27PM