Trethewell, Garden Walls And Gate Piers Immediately East Of Trethewell Farmhouse

The garden walls and gate piers located immediately east of Trethewell Farmhouse date from the early 18th century. They are constructed of red brick with some flared headers, arranged in Flemish bond, and feature a slate rubble base. The walls enclose a large rectangular garden situated in front of the farmhouse, which is at the west end. At the center of the east end, there is a gateway leading from the road.

The walls are lower at the front and ramp up to the higher side walls at both ends, culminating in a pair of brick gate piers at the center. These gate piers are square in plan and topped with small stone lions seated and each holding a shield. The gates themselves are made of wrought iron and were added in the 20th century. The slate rubble base of the wall is visible at the front due to the road being lower than the garden. The taller side walls have saddle-back brick capping and slope down towards the house at the west end.

While the farmhouse, Trethewell, is not included in this listing, it appears to be a mid-19th century rebuild that may incorporate some early 18th century or earlier materials. Additionally, pieces of 15th century carved stone can be seen in the 18th or 19th century outbuilding located behind the house to the west. The manor was purchased by Henry VI and thrived in the 15th century, but by 1824, it was being used as a farmhouse.