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The Barracks, Acomb


The Barracks is a large stone house on Main Street in Acomb, Northumberland. The building is dated 1730 with the initials J.F. on the door lintel. The Barracks is said to derive its name from a history of being used as lodgings for colliers and lead miners. In the past it was a pair of separte dwellings. The building is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.

Acomb Historic Buildings and Monuments in Acomb Civil Parish 1730
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THE BARRACKS - Acomb - List Entry
- House, formerly a pair, dated 1730 with initials J:F on door lintel, refenestrated c.1900. 3 storeys, 4 narrow bays, irregular. Coursed large rubble, rendered in front, with cut dressings; Welsh …
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