Old Thatch

SO 85 NE MARTIN HUSSINGTREE CP BROWNHEATH COMMON

7/15 Old Thatch

3.lO.75 - II

Cottage. C17, altered and extended late C20. Timber-framed, with rendered infill, brick replacement walling and refacing, brick plinth, thatched roof and large, external, rendered brick chimney at left gable end with thatched offsets and bread oven. Two framed bays; single storey and attic with dormers. Framing: 3 rectangular panels from sill to wall-plate, and short, straight braces in upper corners; end trusses are not exposed. Front elevation: ground floor has a C20 casement and a rectangular light; above are 2 dormers cut into the thatch, each with paired, C20 casements. There is a small, square fire light to the front side of the chimney base. Main entrance now in single storey, C20 wing at right gable end joining older structure to large extension. Interior not inspected. Well at front right of building. Undergoing restoration at time of survey (August 1984).

Listing NGR: SO8952759838