15 Firwood Fold is a 16th-century house in Bolton, Greater Manchester, England (grid reference SD732111). It is a Grade II* listed building and according to local tradition is the oldest inhabited house in Bolton.[1] It stands separate from the other houses in Firwood Fold.
| 15 Firwood Fold | |
|---|---|
 Firwood Fold cottages in Bolton | |
  Location within Greater Manchester | |
| General information | |
| Town or city | Bolton, Greater Manchester |
| Country | England |
| Coordinates | 53°35′44″N 2°24′19″W / 53.595517°N 2.405319°W |
| Completed | 16th century |
| Designations | |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
| Official name | 15, Firwood Fold |
| Designated | 25 April 1974 |
| Reference no. | 1388040 |
The house was originally built in a medieval style using the cruck construction technique, whereby A-shaped oak trusses on stone bases were covered in wattle and daub and thatch. It was later renovated and clad in stone.[2] One of the trusses can be clearly seen in the gable end.
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15 Firwood Fold from the rear
See also
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References
edit- ^ Historic England. "15 Firwood Fold (1388040)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 23 February 2008.
- ^ Bolton Council information board, Firwood Fold
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