The Manor House Cad Beeston

The Manor House, now offices, dates primarily to the early 15th century, with 19th-century additions to the northwest. The entire building was restored in 1985. The original timber-frame structure consists of two bays, characterised by a high, restored stone sill wall and principal posts set originally on stylobates. Deep curved braces extend from the principals, supporting a wall-plate which is no longer at eaves level due to a reduced roof pitch. The walling above the stonework is a much-restored infill of a horizontal timber bressumer and short vertical studs. Wooden glazing bars incorporate re-used earlier mortices and peg holes. A large, har-hung oak door (installed post-1985) is centrally located on the right side, with a matching door at the rear, suggesting a cross-passage layout.

The interior features a 'period' staircase set within the entrance. Much of the timber has been replaced, though the wall posts are chamfered on the inner face. Spine beams supporting the upper floor, which may date to the 17th century, have scarfed joints above the south end wall fireplace. Access to the upper floor is from the staircase in the south-facing bay and the roof is open. The trusses are of the 15th-century form typical of York buildings: a cambered tie beam, a central crown post braced downwards and supporting a collar purlin which extends the full length of the range, carrying collars and common rafters. The original medieval hall was open to the roof, with the roof pitch likely altered when a floor was inserted.

Attached former terraced cottages, also now offices, incorporate re-used timbers in their roofs, alongside stone walls and rendered brick. These cottages include a Classical door surround with a cornice and blocking course, and two tripartite sash windows on each floor.

Historical records indicate that the 12th-century manor of Beeston was divided into two parts, with William Paynel owning Cad Beeston. By the 15th century, the de Rome family held possession, and Peter de Rome was Lord of the Manor in 1425. Dendrochronology has determined the timber date to be AD 1420. The building is now offices for Bradlor Developments Ltd.