Building record MCC369 - Winsley's House, High Street, Colchester

Summary

Late 17th century house.

Location

Grid reference TM 00023 25263 (point)
Map sheet TM02NW
Non Parish Area COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX

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Full Description

Late 17th century house.

A historical survey of 'Winsley's' High Street dating the structure to at least 1670 when the property was sold for £130. A ground plan is provided including cellars.<1>

D of E survey: Early 18th century building of 2 storeys, timber framed and plastered, the roofs tiled. The front altered in Gothic style; it has an original modillioned eaves cornice, rough cast-plaster, 5 window range, hood moulds to each window, pointed heads to the upper sash glazing bars.<2>

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Article in serial: Bensusan-Butt, John. 1988. 'Winsleys', High Street, Colchester. Colchester Archaeological Group Annual Bulletin Vol. 31, pp.9-12. pp.9-12.
  • <2> LIST: Department of the Environment. 1971. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Borough of Colchester (Essex). TM0025 SW6/109.

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Jan 31 2017 9:24AM

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