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Low Levens Farm, Kendal, Cumbria: Statement of Heritage Significance and Heritage Impact |
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NP Archaeology
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Report (in Series)
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Abstract: |
NP Archaeology Ltd were commissioned by Cumbria County Council to assess the historical significance of the remains of a medieval pele tower and surviving section of curtain wall at Low Levens Farm in advance of proposed works relating to consolidating the river bank on the east side of the road which runs down the side of the property. A structural assessment was also made by Countryside Consultants in order to inform the possible impact of the works on the structures. The rapid desk-based assessment revealed that there appears to have been a structure at the site of Low Levens Farm since the 14th century in the form of a defensive pele tower, possibly with a curtain wall. The section of curtain wall that survives is noted to be only one of several examples in the county, and as such is of significance. The structural assessment identified the vulnerability of the standing remains, and noted that the foundations lay at the approximate level as the modern road surface. Discussions with the engineers has resulted in agreement that drilled anchors will be utilised rather than percussion driven sheet piling due to the impact this may have on the walls. It has been established that the medieval wall at Low Levens Farm is of historical significance given its rare survival and its association with the Grade II* listed house. The proposed works will not impact on the wall |
Author: |
P Kempsey
Fiona Wooler
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Publisher: |
NP Archaeology
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Other Person/Org: |
Historic England (OASIS Reviewer)
Cumbria HER (OASIS Reviewer)
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Year of Publication: |
2012
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Locations: |
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Low Levens Farm |
Parish: |
LEVENS |
District: |
South Lakeland |
County: |
Cumbria |
Country: |
England |
Location - Auto Detected: |
Levens Farm Kendal Cumbria |
Location - Auto Detected: |
Low Levens Farm |
Grid Reference: 348800, 485200 (Easting, Northing)
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OASIS Id: |
nparchae1-122032 |
OBIB: |
CP10159 |
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Note: |
Softbound with colour photographs and figures
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Created Date: |
25 Nov 2016 |