Metcalfe Almshouses
Metcalfe Almshouses is a Grade II listed building in West Suffolk, first listed on 14 July 1955. It is one of 2,639 Grade II entries among 2,911 listed buildings in West Suffolk; 10% of West Suffolk’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Metcalfe Almshouses |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1229511 |
| Date first listed | 14 July 1955 |
| Local planning authority | West Suffolk |
| Location | 52.19948, 0.71995 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1229511 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents West Suffolk will require for your works on Metcalfe 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.
Listed buildings near Metcalfe Almshouses
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spinney Cottage | II | 72 m |
| Pound Cottage | II | 73 m |
| 10, the Pound | II | 79 m |
| 5, the Pound | II | 86 m |
| Cullum House and the Old Primary School and Outbuilding Adjacent to the Rear | II | 138 m |
| Church House | II | 405 m |
| All Saints Church | I | 405 m |
| Churchyard Cross, 3 Metres North of the Tower of All Saints Church | II | 418 m |
| Barn at Church Farm, 50 Metres South West of All Saints Church | II | 427 m |
| Old Forge Cottage | II | 855 m |