Brook House

Brook House is a large timber-framed house, originally dating to the second half of the 16th century, with significant alterations and additions made around 1674, as indicated by a wind vane. A hipped wing on the left side of the building likely dates to the 17th century. The original layout appears to have been an “E” shape, with projecting blocks at the rear that have been further extended by later additions.

The main facade features four mullion transom, three-light dormers, with arched transoms to the centre lights, which were formerly leaded. The timber frame is plastered and exhibits "V" jointed detailing, with rusticated quoins on the right side and at the re-entrant angle of the front wing. A brick plinth runs along the base, and there's a bracket cornice above. The roof is tiled. A central stack features four octagonal detached shafts on moulded brick bases; some of the original caps are missing.

The main entrance is situated on the side of the front wing and consists of a six-panel door with an architrave, overhanging frieze, consoles, and a pediment. A central door, also with six panels, an architrave, and a quasi-pediment supported by carved brackets, is also present. The building has five windows, including those on the advanced wing, which are mullion transom casements with modern glazing. There are two shallow bow windows on the ground floor, and an 18th-century lead rainwater head is also visible. A blocked 16th-century window and one or two early doors are incorporated into the structure.

The interior includes an oak staircase and a panelled room from the 17th century, featuring some bolection-moulded mantels.