Grade II listed · Uttlesford

King Edward VI Almshouses, West Block

King Edward VI Almshouses, West Block is a Grade II listed building in Uttlesford, first listed on 1 November 1972. It is one of 3,481 Grade II entries among 3,721 listed buildings in Uttlesford; 22% of Uttlesford’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameKing Edward VI Almshouses, West Block
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1196108
Date first listed1 November 1972
Local planning authorityUttlesford
Location52.02211, 0.23561 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1196108

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Uttlesford will require for your works on King Edward VI Almshouses, West Block, 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 King Edward VI Almshouses, West Block listed?
Yes. King Edward VI Almshouses, West Block is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1196108, first listed on 1 November 1972. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to King Edward VI Almshouses, West Block?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Uttlesford, 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.