This grade II* house dates from the second half of the 14th century and was originally an open hall house. The house retains its original smoke blackened timbers, and a rare example of carved queen posts with solid braces forming the hall truss. During the early 17th century the hall was floored over, and further alterations took place in the 19th century.
By 1997 the house had become derelict. Breckland District Council compulsorily purchased the building in 1997 and sold it on to the Norfolk Historic Buildings Trust for repair. The modern breeze block infill was removed and replaced with traditional wattle and daub, protected by a lime plaster. Where necessary the timber frame was repaired with sections of new oak.
King's Head Cottage after repair
The house was sold to a private owner in 2000, but can be visited by appointment with the owner.
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