Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Weigh House, French Street

The Weigh House, French Street

England
List entry 1001893
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Weigh House, French Street is a timber-framed building of sixteenth-century origin located in Hampshire. The structure represents a significant example of early modern commercial architecture, functioning historically as a weigh house for the assessment and taxation of goods. Its timber-framed construction and surviving fabric reflect typical building practices of the Tudor period, with the frame providing evidence of contemporary carpentry techniques and materials. The building remains an important record of local commercial activity and urban development during the early modern period.

The Weigh House, French Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001893. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Weigh House, French Street?

The Weigh House, French Street is a timber-framed building of sixteenth-century origin located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001893.

Who is responsible for protecting The Weigh House, French Street?

The Weigh House, French Street is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1001893.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Weigh House, French Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bell barrows 820m south of Stonyford Pond (8 km), Bell barrow 360m south-west of Ipers Bridge Farm (8.3 km), Well House (8.3 km).

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