Countess of Hardwicke Almhouses
Countess of Hardwicke Almhouses is a Grade II listed building in South Cambridgeshire, first listed on 16 July 1979. It is one of 2,468 Grade II entries among 2,689 listed buildings in South Cambridgeshire; 20% of South Cambridgeshire’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Countess of Hardwicke Almhouses |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1128200 |
| Date first listed | 16 July 1979 |
| Local planning authority | South Cambridgeshire |
| Location | 52.13507, -0.06133 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1128200 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents South Cambridgeshire will require for your works on Countess of Hardwicke Almhouses, 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.
Listed buildings near Countess of Hardwicke Almhouses
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance gates and piers at west entrance to Wimpole Hall | II | 39 m |
| K6 Telephone Kiosk | II | 50 m |
| 1, Church Lane | II | 66 m |
| The Limes | II | 69 m |
| 113 and 115, Ermine Way | II | 85 m |
| Hardwicke Arms Hotel | II | 126 m |
| Wall at Numbers 90, 92 and 94 | II | 217 m |
| The Thatch | II | 242 m |
| Church of St Nicholas | I | 266 m |
| Acacia Cottage Rose Cottage | II | 290 m |