The Chanter'S House

The Chanter’s House dates from the time of the College, though little of the original structure remains. The building is largely defined by substantial brick additions designed by Butterfield, which extend to a third storey and incorporate elements from the 18th century.

The south-facing elevation has two storeys and five windows. A prominent central Doric porch features tall columns and a radial bar fanlight above the entrance. The windows are fitted with glazing bars. The central section, formerly Heath’s Court, includes a dining room used as a convention room by Cromwell in 1645. Fairfax stayed at the house from October to December of that year. Surviving features of the original Precentor’s house include some walls and painted beams. The property retains historical connections to the Coleridge family, one of whom served as Lord Chief Justice.