Former Voluntary Controlled Lower School and Schoolhouse
Former Voluntary Controlled Lower School and Schoolhouse is a Grade II listed building in Bedford, first listed on 9 October 1986. It is one of 1,239 Grade II entries among 1,331 listed buildings in Bedford; 63% of Bedford’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Former Voluntary Controlled Lower School and Schoolhouse |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1249130 |
| Date first listed | 9 October 1986 |
| Local planning authority | Bedford |
| Location | 52.16224, -0.62262 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1249130 |
Planning works on this listed building?
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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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| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 8, High Street | II | 14 m |
| The Wollery | II | 25 m |
| 4, High Street | II | 28 m |
| Grove Farmhouse | II | 32 m |
| Turvey Antiques | II | 38 m |
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| The Grange | II | 53 m |
| East Block, Former Turvey Institute | II | 56 m |
| Homelands | II | 76 m |
| West Block, Former Turvey Institute | II | 78 m |