Scraptoft Hall

Scraptoft Hall is a Georgian-style stone house in Scraptoft with five window openings per floor, rising across three stories above a basement level. The building is defined by classical proportions where symmetrical windows and ornamental iron gates create a formal appearance.

The house was built in 1723, replacing an earlier building from the 1600s that occupied the same location. Major additions were made in 1896 that altered and expanded the original structure.

The building reflects 18th-century architectural preferences, with its formal stone facade and decorative elements demonstrating wealth and skilled craftsmanship. The spaces inside show typical Georgian proportions and details that were common in homes of prosperous households from that era.

The property is divided into apartments today, but its protected status means that exterior features have been preserved. Visitors can view the building from outside and appreciate its classical facade and original iron gates.

The ornamental iron gates at the entrance were designed by William Edney, a skilled craftsman of the era whose work appears in other local buildings. These gates showcase the high quality of 18th-century local craftsmanship.