Building record IPS 2027 - Pykenham's Gatehouse, Northgate Street, Ipswich
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Summary
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 1647 4476 (11m by 17m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM14SE |
| Civil Parish | IPSWICH, IPSWICH, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
15th century timber-framed building (built 1471 - towards the end of the 'Wars of the Roses') known as Pykenham's Gatehouse/Gateway, restored in 1980s after condition began to deteriorate (distortion of timber, leaking roof and cracking brickwork) (S1). Repairs enforced included: rebuilding damaged brickwork; strengthened, re-placed and realigned timber-framing; removing and restoring the roof, rafters and tiles; renewed floorboards; water-proofing and repairing of wall surfaces; and modern additions (e.g. smoke detectors) (S1).
Excavations of the site revealed several organic materials/artefacts (e.g. 17th century shoe and 15th century textiles) (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF58375 Graphic material: ?. 1981 - 1987. Timber-framed building survey of Ipswich, Pykenham's Gatehouse, Northgate Street, Ipswich.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Mar 6 2018 12:28PM