The former Ark of the Covenant
The former Ark of the Covenant is a Grade II* listed building in Hackney, first listed on 12 September 1969. It is one of 30 Grade II* entries among 548 listed buildings in Hackney; 9% of Hackney’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | The former Ark of the Covenant |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1235310 |
| Date first listed | 12 September 1969 |
| Local planning authority | Hackney |
| Location | 51.57341, -0.06671 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1235310 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Hackney will require for your works on The former Ark of the Covenant, 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 The former Ark of the Covenant
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forecourt Wall, Gates and Railings to Church of the Good Shepherd | II | 25 m |
| New Synagogue and Attached School | II | 75 m |
| 98, Clapton Common E5 | II | 119 m |
| Folly Tower in Back Garden of Number 130 | II | 151 m |
| K2 Telephone Kiosk Outside Number 162 | II | 319 m |
| 17, Clapton Terrace | II | 319 m |
| K2 Telephone Kiosk Outside Number 149 | II | 323 m |
| 14, 15 and 16, Clapton Terrace | II | 327 m |
| 7-13, Clapton Terrace | II | 364 m |
| 6, Clapton Terrace | II | 385 m |