Kingpost
Kingpost is a Grade II* listed building in Ashford, first listed on 4 June 1952. It is one of 130 Grade II* entries among 2,400 listed buildings in Ashford; 5% of Ashford’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Kingpost |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1115555 |
| Date first listed | 4 June 1952 |
| Local planning authority | Ashford |
| Location | 51.05395, 0.63024 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1115555 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Ashford will require for your works on Kingpost, 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 Kingpost
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East House | II | 50 m |
| 63-73, High Street | II | 50 m |
| Woodencote | II | 52 m |
| 78, High Street | II | 57 m |
| Forge Cottage | II | 59 m |
| 59 and 61, High Street | II | 62 m |
| Disused Forge Adjoining No 64 to the South | II | 67 m |
| The Firs | II | 71 m |
| 57, High Street | II | 74 m |
| Pump Opposite No 60 | II | 79 m |