The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory is a former rectory built around 1710 for Reverend Thomas Hill, with remodelling occurring in the early 19th century, likely around 1852 for Reverend Copinger Hill. The building is constructed of gault brick, possibly with a timber-framed core, and features parapets with a cornice made of gault terracotta, which is moulded with modillions beneath scallops. It has a hipped roof covered with concrete plain tiles and includes four original dormers that have leaded semi-circular heads and sash windows with intersecting glazing bars.

The rectory has axial chimneys made of red brick, likely dating from 1710 but designed in the early 17th-century style. These chimneys consist of two groups of three and four octagonal shafts, each with moulded caps and bases. In a rear wing, there are two similar stacks with one and two shafts, respectively. The building has eight windows across two storeys and attics, featuring small-pane sashes with flush frames and flat arches made of gauged brick.

The central four bays of the facade are slightly set forward, creating an asymmetrical composition. At the break point of the facade are 19th-century rainwater pipes, with square hopperheads that bear the Copinger coat of arms. The entrance doorway, dating from the early 19th century, is flanked by moulded and panelled pilasters, with an enriched cornice and canopy above, supported by scrolled iron brackets. The door itself is a three-panelled design, with the upper panel being glazed.

Inside, there is a notable dogleg staircase located in the rear wing, dating from around 1710, which features barley sugar twist balusters. On the left-hand gable, there is a two-storey bow window that shares similar details with the main elevation.