Central Library
Central Library is a Grade II* listed building in Wolverhampton, first listed on 3 February 1977. It is one of 23 Grade II* entries among 377 listed buildings in Wolverhampton; 17% of Wolverhampton’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Central Library |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1201811 |
| Date first listed | 3 February 1977 |
| Local planning authority | Wolverhampton |
| Location | 52.58314, -2.12512 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1201811 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Wolverhampton will require for your works on Central Library, 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 Central Library
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| College of Adult Education | II | 68 m |
| Former Church of St George | II | 152 m |
| 36 and 37, Snow Hill | II | 153 m |
| 34 and 35, Snow Hill | II | 158 m |
| 32 and 33, Snow Hill | II | 170 m |
| Catholic Church of St Mary and St John | II* | 170 m |
| 31, Snow Hill | II | 178 m |
| 30, Snow Hill | II | 185 m |
| Snow Hill Post Office | II | 196 m |
| 28, Snow Hill | II | 204 m |