| Description | This dwelling is part of a larger group at Ward Place (see PRN 8712 also). This building is mid 18th century in date, and is built of hammer dressed stone. It has quoins and a stone slate roof with gable copings. The entrance is to the right, and has a deep lintel and chamfered surround. There is a three light window to the left, and a four light window to the first floor. The window openings are chamfered and recessed. There is also an adjoining wing to the south, but this is not included in the Listing (Text edited from English Heritage LBO description).
The larger group at Ward Place comprises 7 cottages and 2 barns, plus outbuildings. The survival of this entire hamlet of buildings, associated with the dual agricultural/textiles economy in its un modernised state is unusual and of particular interest (Chamberlin, 2008).
In 2008, this hamlet was the subject of planning permission (2008/65/90965/W3) for the change of use, extension and alterations to the original seven cottages and two agricultural barns to form six dwellings with garages. It was proposed that a building recording should take place prior to any redevelopment. |