Building record THB 042 - Theberton Hall

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Summary

Theberton Hall built in 18th century with 19th century alterations which were demolished in 1920s.

Location

Grid reference Centred TM 4330 6617 (25m by 21m)
Map sheet TM46NW
Civil Parish THEBERTON, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK

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Full Description

Grade II listed building. House. 1792, for George Doughty. Extensive alterations and additions 1852 in Italian Renaissance style; these additions mostly demolished 1920's. Yellow brick, stone and stucco ornament. 2-storeys. 5 window range, 2:1:2, the centre bay set forward slightly. Sashes with glazing bars, stucco architraves. Central doorway: porch with square pillars and Ionic columns; 6-panel door with shouldered architrave. First floor string course. Central window with segmental pediment on console brackets. Projecting stone cornice with heavy brackets; parapet with motto "PALMA NON SINE PVLVERE" over centre bay and embellished coat of arms above. Roof not visible. Single-storey wing to left hand side, part of C19 extensions. Right hand return front with curved 3 window bay; pierced stone balcony supported on paired Tuscan columns. Home of Charles Montagu Doughty (1843-1926), author of 'Travels in Arabia Deserta' (S1).

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <S1> Digital archive: English Heritage. Listed Buildings Online. National Ref: 1287529.

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Record last edited

Jan 14 2019 1:06PM

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