Survey Data
Reg No
13619040
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Social
Previous Name
Franciscan Friary
Original Use
House
Historical Use
Friary
Date
1820 - 1840
Coordinates
309076, 275216
Date Recorded
29/07/2005
Date Updated
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Description
Attached four-bay two-storey former house, built c. 1830, later used as friary, currently undergoing restoration. Pitched slate roof hidden by parapet, cast-iron hoppers and circular downpipes. Red brick walling laid in Flemish bond. Square-headed flat-arched window openings, painted smooth rendered patent reveals, painted stone sills, painted timber one-over-one sliding sash windows. Round-headed door opening, painted smooth rendered patent reveals and soffit, timber spoked fanlight, timber door with four raised-and-fielded panels. Street-fronted. Attached friary building to east. Located to north of Franciscan Church.
Appraisal
Currently undergoing extensive renovation work, the Franciscan Friary has played a significant role in the local community. This classically proportioned house is a fine addition to this streetscape of classically inspired houses.