The Old Rectory

BUXHALL BRETTENHAM ROAD TM 05 NW

2/22 The Old Rectory 9.12.55 GV II

Former rectory, c.1710 for Rev. Thomas Hill; remodelling in early C19, or c.1852 for Rev. Copinger Hill. Gault brick with probable timber-framed core; parapets with cornice of gault terracotta, moulded with modillions beneath scallops. Hipped concrete plaintiled roof; four original dormers with leaded semi-circular heads, and sashes with intersecting glazing bars. Axial chimneys of red brick probably of c.1710 but in the early C17 manner: two groups of 3 and 4 octagonal shafts with moulded caps and bases. In a rear wing are two similar stacks with one and two shafts respectively. 8 windows; 2 storeys and attics. Small-pane sashes with flush frames; flat arches of gauged brick. The centre 4 bays are slightly set forward, but the composition is not symmetrical; at the break point are C19 rainwater pipes whose square hopperheads are impressed with the Copinger coat of arms. Entrance doorway of early C19: moulded and panelled pilasters; the cornice and a canopy above are enriched. The canopy is supported on scrolled iron brackets. 3-panelled door; the upper panel is glazed. A good dogleg staircase in a rear wing of c.1710 has barley sugar twist balusters. At the left-hand gable is a bow window 2 storeys high; with similar details to the main elevation.

Listing NGR: TM0032757686