The Big House
The Big House is a Grade II* listed building in Sandwell, first listed on 18 January 1950. It is one of 7 Grade II* entries among 205 listed buildings in Sandwell; 3% of Sandwell’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | The Big House |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1077139 |
| Date first listed | 18 January 1950 |
| Local planning authority | Sandwell |
| Location | 52.50531, -2.01619 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1077139 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Sandwell will require for your works on The Big House, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.
What the grade means for works
Grade II* buildings are particularly important buildings of more than special interest — about 5.8% of listed buildings. Applications for listed building consent are notified to Historic England.
The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.
Listed buildings near The Big House
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Methodist Church | II | 49 m |
| Oldbury Public Library | II | 77 m |
| Waggon and Horses Public House | II | 93 m |
| 15, Church Street | II | 103 m |
| Oldbury Cenotaph | II | 155 m |
| 1 and 3, Birmingham Street | II | 173 m |
| 5, Birmingham Street | II | 180 m |
| 2, Halesowen Street | II | 183 m |
| Lloyds Bank | II | 198 m |
| Trustee Savings Bank | II | 210 m |