LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1255310
Eaton Farmhouse
SO55NW EATON 808-1/4/253 Eaton Farmhouse 09/07/76
Farmhouse. C18 front to probably earlier core. Sandstone rubble to ground floor; roughcast; hipped plain tile roof; brick stacks to rear.
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.
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HISTORICAL ADDRESS RECORD
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Directory entries can describe a workplace or premises use rather than a residence.
18th century
ConstructionBuilding construction
Estimated date recorded by the current NHLE building entry.
SourceNational Heritage List for England, NHLE 1255310
Estimated construction date drawn from the NHLE list summary.
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
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Documented phases
- 18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Source-specific fabric phases, alternatives preserved
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
External wall material
- Sandstone rubble
ground floor
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
- Rubble stone
wing
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Cladding / finishes
- Roughcast
front
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Structural system
- Evidence of timber frame
left, qualified
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Roof covering
- Plain tile
hipped roof
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Chimneys
- Brick
stacks
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Architectural features
- Sash windows; Open pediment; Door hood; Pilasters; Canted bay; Loft door; Shuttered opening; Plank door; Stone steps
Only the named source-described elevations, interiors and components; qualifiers form part of each term
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255310
Applies to the named part and historical phase; current use has not been confirmed.
Research notes and uncertainties
Component, chronology and current-use qualifications: Loft opening alone does not establish barn or separate agricultural-storage function. Left framing evidence does not establish exposed framing throughout. Current use and survival not independently verified for September2026.
18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay. [Source-specific fabric phases, alternatives preserved; 18th century front with probably earlier core, 20th century bay.] Documented fabric phases and alternatives. Reviewed value replaces rather than validates the original chronology. Administrative dates and generic town-history periods excluded. Loft opening alone does not establish barn or separate agricultural-storage function. Left framing evidence does not establish exposed framing throughout.
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How this record is evidenced
The designation, listing date and statutory description are drawn from Historic England, NHLE 1255310.
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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Eaton Farmhouse
Grade II · C18 front with probably earlier core, C20 bay. [Source-specific fabric phases, alternatives preserved; C18 front with probably earlier core, C20 bay.] · SO55NW EATON 808-1/4/253 Eaton Farmhouse 09/07/76
Farmhouse. C18 front to probably earlier core. Sandstone rubble to ground floor; roughcast; hipped plain tile roof; brick stacks to rear.
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Official list description
LEOMINSTER SO55NW EATON 808-1/4/253 Eaton Farmhouse 09/07/76 GV II Farmhouse. C18 front to probably earlier core. Sandstone rubble to ground floor; roughcast; hipped plain tile roof; brick stacks to rear. 2 storeys; 3-window range: 8/8 sashes (C20 to right) in moulded cases. Entrance to centre right: part-glazed 6-panel door under wood open pediment hood on brackets and pilasters; to right, C20 sash in moulded case; to left, C20 canted bay with 2/2: 6/6: 2/2 sashes, and C20 6/6 sash. Left returned side: evidence of timber-framing; rear wing: loft door and shuttered opening over plank door; scattered fenestration; lean-to to south with stone steps to plank door and light. Right returned side: tier of 8/8 sashes. Rubble wing with C20 fenestration and glazed door. INTERIOR not inspected. Listing NGR: SO5092058282
Sources and further reading
Open questions
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