Astwell Castle Farm (Gatehouse Tower), Helmdon - West Northamptonshire (UA)
The three-storey gatehouse tower with stair and garderobe turrets. Originally formed the east range of a moated courtyard house and now represents the sole standing remains of the C15 house incorporated into an early C17 manor house. A condition survey, commissioned by the owner, has identified repair needs. The partially collapsed north store roof has been temporarily covered. The historic buildings, together with farmyard and surrounding land has been sold. The new owner is undertaking consultation with Historic England.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- Astwell Castle Farm (uninhabited portions)
- Heritage Category:
- Scheduled Monument
- List Entry Number:
- 1003902
- Local Planning Authority:
- West Northamptonshire (UA)
- Site Type:
- Gatehouse
Location
- Building Name:
- Astwell Castle Farm (Gatehouse Tower)
- Unitary Authority:
- West Northamptonshire (UA)
- Parish:
- Helmdon
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- South Northamptonshire
- Region:
- Midlands
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Building or structure
- Condition:
- Poor
- Occupancy / Use:
- Vacant/not in use
- Priority:
- B - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; solution agreed but not yet implemented
- Previous Priority:
- B
- Ownership:
- Private
Contact Details
Ben Robinson 07823 327796
