1967 Ellen Terry Memorial at Smallhythe Booklet London England TG2

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1967 Ellen Terry Memorial at Smallhythe Booklet London England TG2

home of Dame Ellen Terry, was built about 1480 though the southern block may be slightly later. The north end of the house was probably originally jettied. The timbering is of the usual 15th Century post and pan type and the old red tiled roof is particularly attractive. The structure has been considerably altered from time to time and has suffered both from the elements and enemy action in the last war. But it has retained its essential character and is a sturdy testimonial to the soundness of late 15th Century building. Known locally as "The Farm', it served first as the Port House to what was then a thriving shipyard acquiring its new name and purpose when the sea receded and agriculture took the place of navigation. Dame Ellen bought the property in 1899, and it was here on July 21st, 1928, that she died; here, too, at the little Tudor church