Grade II listed · Watford

Sparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553

Sparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553 is a Grade II listed building in Watford, first listed on 8 March 1991. It is one of 85 Grade II entries among 90 listed buildings in Watford; 90% of Watford’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameSparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1250997
Date first listed8 March 1991
Local planning authorityWatford
Location51.64746, -0.38477 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1250997

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Watford will require for your works on Sparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553, 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 Sparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553 listed?
Yes. Sparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553 is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1250997, first listed on 8 March 1991. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Sparrows Herne Trust Turnpike Marker at Tq 1185 9553?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Watford, 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.