The Manor House

The Manor House is a former vicarage dating from the mid-17th century. It was significantly refaced and improved around 1700. The building is characterised by a very fine, symmetrical facade constructed of weathered brown brick with red sandstone dressings. It is two and a half storeys high and comprises five bays. Giant rusticated pilasters define the central bay, topped by a pediment with a carved panel; matching pilasters form the quoins. The main entrance features a six-panel door framed by Corinthian columns supporting a richly ornamented swan-neck pediment. The central window on the first floor is flanked by Corinthian pilasters resting on large moulded consoles. Ground and first-floor windows are sash windows, and blind oval windows are set into the second floor, all within moulded stone frames. A heavy eaves cornice and balustraded parapet complete the exterior. Inside, the Entrance Hall boasts full-height panelling with fluted pilasters and a staircase with carved brackets, twisted balusters, and low panelling to the staircase wall. A second staircase features shaped flat balusters. This internal joinery is believed to be contemporary with the facade alterations.