Almshouse is a Grade II listed building in the Somerset local planning authority area, England. First listed on 29 March 1963. Almshouse. 1 related planning application.

Almshouse

WRENN ID
seventh-parapet-weasel
Grade
II
Local Planning Authority
Somerset
Country
England
Date first listed
29 March 1963
Type
Almshouse
Source
Historic England listing

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Description

Almshouse dating from the 16th century, with alterations made in 1672 for Henry Rogers and substantial alterations in 1971. It is constructed of random red sandstone rubble and features a double Roman tile roof. A small square turret with a sundial and a pyramidal lead roof topped with a weather vane and a metal pennant inscribed 'HR 1699' are notable features. The building has coped verges and is arranged in an L-plan with a symmetrical frontage. It is two storeys high with three bays on each side, featuring 2-light casements with glazing bars, and transomed windows on the ground floor. The central door opening has a glazed 20th-century door with sidelights. Above the door is a shallow keyed semi-circular head recess with incised lettering that commemorates the establishment of the almshouse. Inside, some legs of jointed crucks are still visible. The building is included primarily for its historical interest.

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  • No EPC on record for this property
  • Sale history — 2 transactions since 1998
  • Related listed building consents — 1 application
  • Detailed attributes — period, style, materials, features
  • Flood risk assessment
  • Radon risk assessment
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