LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1255307
Cholstrey Farmhouse
SO45NE CHOLSTREY 808-1/3/248 Cholstrey Farmhouse 28/12/61
Farmhouse. C17, enlarged C18, with later alterations. Stone rubble; timber-frame and brick; plain tile roof with 2 gables to road; brick lateral stack on rubble base, to right; brick ridge stack to left.
Dates and uses reflect the source records and may not describe the building today.
No photograph currently published
Designation information
Inclusion in the National Heritage List for England confirms that this is a designated heritage asset of national special architectural or historic interest.
Architectural evidence and features
These descriptions relate to particular parts of the building at the date of each source. They may not reflect its use or condition today. Unconfirmed features remain open questions.
Evidence reviewed 13 September 2026.
Documented type / function
- Farmhouse at source date
Principal identity and explicitly separated historical/ancillary use
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Documented phases
- 17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Source-specific fabric phases, alternatives preserved
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
External wall material
- Rubble stone
farmhouse
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
- Brick
outshut, 20th century brickwork not necessarily date of entire structure
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Structural system
- Timber frame
historic range
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Infill
- Brick
frame
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Roof covering
- Plain tile
roof
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Chimneys
- Brick
stacks on rubble stone bases
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Architectural features
- Casement windows; Panelled door; Overlight; Fireplace; Stick-baluster stair
Only the named source-described elevations, interiors and components; qualifiers form part of each term
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255307
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Research notes and uncertainties
Component, chronology and current-use qualifications: Stone species not established. Chimney base and outshut materials do not establish all walls. Current use and survival not independently verified for September2026.
17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century. [Source-specific fabric phases, alternatives preserved; 17th century enlarged 18th century, 20th century brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly 17th century.] Documented fabric phases and alternatives. Reviewed value replaces rather than validates the original chronology. Administrative dates and generic town-history periods excluded. Stone species not established. Chimney base and outshut materials do not establish all walls.
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How this record is evidenced
The designation, listing date and statutory description are drawn from Historic England, NHLE 1255307.
The concise summary and searchable feature tags have been prepared by Leominster Heritage and are kept separate from the statutory wording.
The open questions below identify evidence that has not yet been securely established.
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Cholstrey Farmhouse
Grade II · C17 enlarged C18, C20 brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly C17. [Source-specific fabric phases, alternatives preserved; C17 enlarged C18, C20 brickwork at outshut. Fireplace possibly C17.] · SO45NE CHOLSTREY 808-1/3/248 Cholstrey Farmhouse 28/12/61
Farmhouse. C17, enlarged C18, with later alterations. Stone rubble; timber-frame and brick; plain tile roof with 2 gables to road; brick lateral stack on rubble base, to right; brick ridge stack to left.
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Official list description
LEOMINSTER SO45NE CHOLSTREY 808-1/3/248 Cholstrey Farmhouse 28/12/61 GV II Farmhouse. C17, enlarged C18, with later alterations. Stone rubble; timber-frame and brick; plain tile roof with 2 gables to road; brick lateral stack on rubble base, to right; brick ridge stack to left. 2 storeys; 2-window range: C19 3-light casements, to right under simple hood. Entrance to centre: C19 4-panel door and barred overlight, in beaded frame, under simple C20 hood; to left, C19 3-light casement; to right, C20 4-light casement. Right returned side: C20 brickwork and brick outshut; massive stone stack base with brick chimney. Left returned side: C20 masonry and two 3-light casements. Rear: C18 and C19 casements; C18 plank door and barred overlight. INTERIOR: C17(?) stone fireplace; straight flight staircase with stick balusters. Listing NGR: SO4658059472
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