Grade II listed · Haringey

Sir John Woolaston'S Almshouses

Sir John Woolaston'S Almshouses is a Grade II listed building in Haringey, first listed on 19 March 1951. It is one of 257 Grade II entries among 284 listed buildings in Haringey; 8% of Haringey’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameSir John Woolaston'S Almshouses
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1189375
Date first listed19 March 1951
Local planning authorityHaringey
Location51.57260, -0.14896 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1189375

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Haringey will require for your works on Sir John Woolaston'S Almshouses, 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 Sir John Woolaston'S Almshouses listed?
Yes. Sir John Woolaston'S Almshouses is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1189375, first listed on 19 March 1951. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Sir John Woolaston'S Almshouses?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Haringey, 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.