What is recorded here
Hidden behind the early 19th Century facade are the remains of a late 15th Century medieval merchants house. Inside the house are richly carved ceiling beams and a rare Queen post roof.
The Merchant's House dates back to the late 15th Century, with its original medieval structure concealed behind an early 19th Century exterior. It is significant for its richly carved ceiling beams and a rare Queen post roof, reflecting the craftsmanship and architectural styles of medieval merchant homes in England.
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