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STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE Alterations and Extension to The Oast 11 Yaldham Manor Drive Kemsing TN15 6FA On behalf of: Mr and Mrs Jameson Compiled by: MRM Design Studio December 2020 1.0 INTRODUCTION This Statement of Significance has been prepared on behalf of Mr and Mrs Jameson by MRM Design Studio in support of a householder planning application for The Oast, 11 Yaldham Manor Drive, Kemsing TN15 6FA. The application is for the creation of a ground floor extension, internal alterations and the creation of a garage and store to the The Oast. Yaldham Manor is Grade II listed and the period outlying collection of buildings are listed by virtue of being within its curtilage and their relationship to it. It states Under National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) at paragraph 128 that: ‘In determining applications, local planning authorities should require an applicant to describe the significance of any heritage assets affected, including any contribution made by their setting. The level of detail should be proportionate to the assets’ importance and no more than is sufficient to understand the potential impact of the proposal on their significance’. This document looks to provide a proportionate level of detail identifying the significance of the heritage asset and how the proposals will impact it. Page 2 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio 2.0 LOCATION The site lies on the south side of Kemsing Road to the west of Wrotham village, to the south lies the M26 motorway. The site lies within open countryside which is designated as Metropolitan Green Belt and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. M20 Wrotham Kemsing Heaverham Site M26 Borough Green Ightham Figure 1: Aerial photograph of location Page 3 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio 3.0 SETTING Yaldham Manor and associated farmland has been a working estate over many centuries. As part of its recent history the site has been developed with a collection of converted and newly built dwellings. Access to these Kemsing Road new dwellings is via the old farm entrance that runs to the West of the The Trift manor with a secondary entrance to the East leading from Kemsing Road (New Build) along a tree lined drive. The Lodge (Conversion of existing building with extension) Yaldham Manor is Grade II listed and its Gardens are on the Historic Parks and Gardens Register. The gardens include substantial historic yew hedging, formal water features, specimen trees, generous lawns and other Woodmans garden structures that all contribute positively to the setting of the site. Wilton Cottage (New build) (New build) The new development of the site consisted of the creation of 12 residential units. Before these works took place there were already 6 existing The Beckett residential units. 4 of the latest units were formed through conversion of the Edgar House (New Build) existing buildings, 2 were replacement dwellings and 6 were new builds to (New build) replace existing structures. The dwelling that this application relates is The Oast. One of the 4 dwellings Long Barn Regia House (Conversion of existing (New Build) created through conversion. It is situated at the southern most part of the building with extension) collection of buildings. Cobbs Cottage (New Build) Yaldham Manor Grade II Listed (Existing) Penstock (New Build) Granary (Conversion of existing Site building with extension) The Oast (Conversion of existing building with extension) Figure 2: Aerial photograph of Yaldham Manor and its setting Page 4 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio Figure 3: Yaldham Manor viewed from The Oast Figure 4: View from Yaldham Manor Drive towards The Granary and Manor beyond Figure 5: View north along Yaldham Manor Drive Figure 6: New build dwelling previously known as The Trift Page 5 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio Figure 7: View north of The Oast and Manor beyond Figure 8: South and West Elevations of The Oast 4.0 CONTEXT of the property can be viewed. Yaldham Manor is Grade II listed and was likely established by the later part of The Oast would have originally been a ‘T’ shape. The main barn forming the store the 13th Century however the settlement may have been established as early for the hops with a kiln to the east and west at the northern end of the building as the Saxon period. with a central link. As part of the changes made to the building in the 19th and 20th century one kiln to the east was removed and the second altered to form The outlying historic buildings are predominantly constructed from brick and a D shape. The main entrance is off the original link. The entrance hall links rubble stone which is likely to be a local field flint. The Manor is largely constructed through to the kitchen in the D shaped “kiln” and family living and dining area sits in brick. All buildings include a clay tile roof and ridge tiles. within the barn area. A staircase leads to bedrooms on the first floor with family bathroom and a master-bedroom and ensuite in the D shaped kiln. 4.1 The Oast House: Externally the Oast is surrounded on three sides by a stone wall with a generous The Oast enjoys a more secluded area of the site. Descending south, the drive garden to the west and south with a number of specimen trees. Views to the east sits at a lower level to the property. A large stone wall running parallel to the drive and south stretch across open countryside. A private drive and parking leading along the boundary screens it from the other properties and more public areas. from the south to the east side of the building gives impressive views of the At the entrance gate to the house the drive doubles back and the south elevation manor to the north. Page 6 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio Figure 9: East Elevation including the main entrance Figure 10: South Elevation with a covered terrace leasding from the living area Figure 11: West elevations showing the altered D shaped kiln Figure 12: North elevation showing the substantial brick boundary wall Page 7 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio 5.0 ELEVATIONS The East elevation forms the main entrance to the property. Predominantly constructed in stone with brick quoins, plinth and window surrounds. A clay tile roof includes exposed painted rafter ends, a hipped gable with clay ridge tiles. Painted metal gutters and round downpipes compliment the quality of the house and its materials. A simple timber porch leads to the front door. Flush casement timber windows with a paint finish sit in modest fenestrations. The South elevation includes a semi covered terrace leading off the main living area. A set of double doors and sidelights provide generous glazing. An external exposed timber beam forms a structural and aesthetic feature. The West elevation includes a terrace area leading off a single rear entrance door. A perimeter wall running perpendicular to the property creates a secluded garden area to the north end of the site. The D shaped kiln is constructed in stone to the ground floor and shows evidence of an increase in height with a number of additional courses of brick to the first floor. A simple brick detail around the eaves adds quality and interest to the elevation. The north elevation sits close to the boundary with the Granary. A large stone and brick wall extends through into the Granary grounds and separates the drive area and rear garden. A timber door at first floor which is blocked in internally provides hints of the buildings early agricultural use. Page 8 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio Figure 12: Roof structure Figure 13: Ground floor and first floor structure 6.0 INTERIOR Due to the nature of the works carried out to the building the interior feels modern Internally much of the original features of the building have been lost or covered with contemporary heating and plumbing, fixtures, fittings and finishes. over as part of the extensive conversion carried out on the building. Some timber structure is still partially exposed in some rooms and areas. The main barn/store area on the ground floor retains its original layout creating a large living and dining space. The D shaped areas create an interesting kitchen and master- bedroom. The modest window casements create glimpses of the surrounding land, views and neighbouring buildings. Page 9 Statement of Significance | The Oast, Yaldham Manor Drive | MRM Design Studio 7.0 HISTORIC MAPPING A number of new buildings have been constructed during this period and the Manor has increased in size substantially. Both maps show the Oast was an Early ordnance survey mapping shows the site broadly in its current layout. important building within the core of the setting of the manor. The current site Mapping from 1871 shows a collection of buildings forming the core of the Manor and its more recent development has created a new building hierarchy that and farm. A single entrance leads from Kemsing Road that splits to lead to the successfully keeps the manor as the main focus, the traditional converted Manor and farm buildings separately. buildings provide context and a link to the sites history and the new additions create complimentary, contemporary dwellings that enhance the site without The later map from 1950 shows how extensively the site was added to. A tree detracting from is historic features. lined entrance has been created and considerable changes to the formal gardens and landscaping.

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