1578- The Old Tudor House-Taunton, Somerset, UK
N 51° 00.870 W 003° 06.177
30U E 492778 N 5651442
The Tudor House,15 Fore Street in Taunton, Somerset.
Waymark Code: WM558Q
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 11/13/2008
Views: 13
This is reputedly the oldest house in Taunton. With its half timbered gabled building it makes an imposing presence in Fore Street. Built in the 1550's, by Sir William Portman. It is a fine example of medieval timber building, and remains largely intact today.
Year of construction: 1578
Full inscription:
Half timbered house in the centre of Taunton.
Cross-listed waymark: Not listed
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