Survey Data
Reg No
41400626
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural
Previous Name
Trough Lodge
Original Use
Gate lodge
In Use As
Gate lodge
Date
1850 - 1870
Coordinates
267424, 341244
Date Recorded
02/04/2012
Date Updated
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Description
Detached three-bay single-storey gate lodge, built c.1860, having projecting pedimented porch to front (south-west) elevation, and return to rear. Hipped slate roof with red brick chimneystack, and replacement rainwater goods. Snecked squared peck-dressed limestone walls, inscribed plaque having stylised intertwined lettering 'W.A.' over door to front. Square-headed window openings with tooled block-and-start limestone surrounds, lintels having projecting keystones, and sills, and replacement uPVC windows throughout. Square-headed door opening to front with tooled limestone lintel with projecting keystone, timber panelled door. Square-headed door opening to south-east elevation of rear return having red brick surround and replacement uPVC door. Coursed squared rubble stone wall, with red brick outbuilding having corrugated-iron lean-to roofs enclosing yard to rear. Pair of cast-iron posts flanking gateway to south of gate lodge, flanked by stone-faced walls with slate capping.
Appraisal
This structure retains its charm and elegance through retention of such features as its pedimented porch and dressed window surrounds. Although it has been somewhat altered, it retains its original form and character. The lodge occupies a key position opposite the entrance gates to Anketell Grove, forming part of an important historic complex.