The Vine Tree P.H.

Location

On Monmouth's principal commercial street which leads out of the town square going south-west to Monnow Bridge.

History

Built in two ranges, parallel with the street. The rear part of the building is of probably late C16 date and is box-framed construction, with crucks reported, but if so they must be upper crucks. The front part is apparently C18, probably heightened in c1800. The whole has been refurbished and added to in the late C20 which has confused some of the evidence.

Exterior

Roughcast render with pebbledash now painted white, Welsh slate roof. Double depth central entry plan. Three storeys, four windows. The centre door is narrow and panelled with a small pedimented hood. Canted bay on right side with sash windows, and on left side three replacement 6 over 6 sashes. Windows above are 6 over 6 pane sashes at the first floor, and at the second floor smaller windows with 2 + 2 pane casements. There is a wide gap between the windows in the centre of the facade. Low pitch roof with stack at either gable.
The rear elevation is obscured by later additions and no historic features can be seen.

Interior

The interior of the rear range is timber framed and is said to incorporate crucks, though none were seen at resurvey. The ground floor is box-framed and appears to date from c1600. There is also said to be some C18 panelling.

Reason for designation

Included for its special architectural interest as a multi-period building of definite character in the Monmouth town centre and as one of Monmouth's historic inns.