East Block, Former Turvey Institute
East Block, Former Turvey Institute is a Grade II listed building in Bedford, first listed on 27 August 1987. 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 | East Block, Former Turvey Institute |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1277598 |
| Date first listed | 27 August 1987 |
| Local planning authority | Bedford |
| Location | 52.16234, -0.62342 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1277598 |
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.
Listed buildings near East Block, Former Turvey Institute
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Stores, Gable End and the Old Tinkers Inn | II | 20 m |
| West Block, Former Turvey Institute | II | 22 m |
| Old School House | II | 34 m |
| Grove Farmhouse | II | 51 m |
| Former Voluntary Controlled Lower School and Schoolhouse | II | 56 m |
| 8, High Street | II | 67 m |
| 4, High Street | II | 69 m |
| The Wollery | II | 79 m |
| Ship Cottage | II | 79 m |
| Turvey Antiques | II | 86 m |