Grade II listed · Luton

The Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop

The Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop is a Grade II listed building in Luton, first listed on 8 January 1979. It is one of 84 Grade II entries among 85 listed buildings in Luton; 7% of Luton’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1114633
Date first listed8 January 1979
Local planning authorityLuton
Location51.87769, -0.41246 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1114633

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Luton will require for your works on The Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

What the grade means for works

Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop listed?
Yes. The Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1114633, first listed on 8 January 1979. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The Brewery Tap Public House the Pioneer Bookshop?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Luton, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.