NHER 12216 (Building record) - Woodgate House
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Summary
Protected Status/Designation
Location
| Map sheet | TG12NE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | AYLSHAM, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Rebuilt in 1706.
Information from (S1)
March 1978. Visit.
Building was indeed begun in 1706 but was not finished until 1726, see date carved in lintel of front door. No remains of previous house which was at least of mid 17th century date. Present house very fine. Nine bays, two storeys plus three dormers. Central door with rounded brick pediment, sun dial above. Moulded string course. Giant pilasters after 3rd and 6th bays. Rusticated quoins. Facade continues onto side walls for three bays. Panelled staircase. Excellent condition. Owners family in 1978 have lived here since 1853.
E. Rose (NAU), 21 March 1978.
Associated Sources (3)
- --- SNF58263 Monograph: Pevsner, N. and Wilson, B. 1997. Norfolk 1: Norwich and North-East. The Buildings of England. 2nd Edition. p 369.
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
- <S1> SNF56706 Archive: Bolingbroke family. 1300's-1960. Bolingbroke Collection. Norfolk Record Office.
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Record last edited
Jun 17 2016 1:41PM