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Lake Farm, Hatherleigh, Devon |
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South West Archaeology Ltd. unpublished report series
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The historic building appraisal site visit was conducted by E. Wapshott on Wednesday 9th November 2022. This work follows the guidelines laid down in CIfA’s Standard and Guidance for the Archaeological Investigation and Recording of Standing Buildings or Structures (2020) and Historic England’s Understanding Historic Buildings: A Guide to Good Recording Processes (2016). The discussion of the setting follows the approach outlined in the appropriate guidance (DoT guidance and Historic England 2015). This is a farmstead with its stylistic roots in the medieval period, and the standing evidence points to a 16th century or perhaps late 15th century date, as there is one element of an in situ jointed cruck in the barn. The barn was, in fact, a domestic hall, presumably part of a range of buildings of which only the house and barn survives. The current house originated as two detached blocks, perhaps of 17th century date, later linked together to form a single domestic residence. The overarching narrative is one of steady investment until the early 1800s when challenging economic conditions for small farms were such that consolidation and demolition left only the house and barn, and a fragment of threshing barn. The late date of the period carpentry in the house might suggest a catastrophic event (e.g. fire) here during the 19th century. The current house has flexibility for change and further adaption under a manged and approved programme of works, in consultation with the conservation officer, as it has undergone multiple phases of considerable remodelling in the 18th-20th centuries. The modern extensions to the rear are of no heritage value. The barn is complex and in poor condition but contains many features of vernacular interest and sensitivity. Sensible, managed intervention is needed here but with more careful consideration of impact, risk of loss and consultation with experts. There may be below ground evidence, beneath the standing buildings and in the various yards and gardens. Two long ranges have been lost, to the east and south of the yard, during the 19th century, and the south range was domestic for part of the 17th-19th centuries. The site is therefore assessed as of high archaeological potential. |
| Author: |
E Wapshott
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South West Archaeology Ltd.
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| Other Person/Org: |
Devon Historic Environment Record (OASIS Reviewer)
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| Year of Publication: |
2022
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Devon |
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West Devon |
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England |
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Hatherleigh |
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Grid Reference: 254716, 105426 (Easting, Northing)
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southwes1-515107 |
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18 Dec 2023 |
