MEM22242 - Lane Head, Porlock Weir (Building)

Summary

A row of stone built cottages, thatched at each end and with a series of front lateral stacks suggesting a date possibly as early as late 17th Century.

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Full Description

Ascending the hill alongside the Ship Inn, to where the lanes converge, on the right is a row of cottages thatched at each end. They are stone built, some whitewashed or rendered and picturesquely set above the carriageway and approached by steps. The series of front lateral stacks suggest a date, possibly as early as the late 17th Century. Most retain timber casement windows and plank doors. [1]

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Report: Fisher, J.. 2004. Porlock Weir: Conservation Area Character Appraisal. p14, 18.

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Other Statuses/References

  • Local List Status (Candidate)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred SS 8647 4774 (43m by 40m) (MasterMap)
Map sheet SS84NE
Civil Parish PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET

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Record last edited

Aug 17 2020 12:11PM

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