Grade II listed · Mid Devon

Spurways Almshouses

Spurways Almshouses is a Grade II listed building in Mid Devon, first listed on 19 March 1951. It is one of 2,371 Grade II entries among 2,579 listed buildings in Mid Devon; 0% of Mid Devon’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameSpurways Almshouses
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1197087
Date first listed19 March 1951
Local planning authorityMid Devon
Location50.78928, -3.65509 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1197087

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Mid Devon will require for your works on Spurways 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 Spurways Almshouses listed?
Yes. Spurways Almshouses is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1197087, 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 Spurways Almshouses?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Mid Devon, 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.