Grade II listed · Shropshire

Two Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library

Two Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library is a Grade II listed building in Shropshire, first listed on 19 September 1972. It is one of 6,299 Grade II entries among 6,911 listed buildings in Shropshire; 28% of Shropshire’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameTwo Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1271155
Date first listed19 September 1972
Local planning authorityShropshire
Location52.71052, -2.75098 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1271155

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Shropshire will require for your works on Two Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library, 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 Two Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library listed?
Yes. Two Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1271155, first listed on 19 September 1972. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Two Lead Water Tanks in Grounds to Rear of Library?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Shropshire, 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.