The Old Forge
The Old Forge is a Grade II* listed building in Babergh, first listed on 23 January 1958. It is one of 187 Grade II* entries among 3,006 listed buildings in Babergh; 16% of Babergh’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | The Old Forge |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1351422 |
| Date first listed | 23 January 1958 |
| Local planning authority | Babergh |
| Location | 52.09557, 0.89391 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1351422 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Babergh will require for your works on The Old Forge, 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 Old Forge
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Cottages | II | 39 m |
| Middle House the Old Manor | II | 45 m |
| Princhetts | II* | 60 m |
| Stable Block to the West of Number 18 and 20 (Princhetts) | II | 87 m |
| Church Farmhouse | II | 88 m |
| K6 Telephone Kiosk (Opposite Brett Cottage) | II | 89 m |
| The Peacock Inn | II | 109 m |
| The Summer House | II | 114 m |
| Jackdaws Ford | II | 130 m |
| Bridge Over the River Brett | II | 132 m |