Grade II listed · South Oxfordshire

Simmons Lawrence and Messenger

Simmons Lawrence and Messenger is a Grade II listed building in South Oxfordshire, first listed on 8 June 1970. It is one of 3,050 Grade II entries among 3,293 listed buildings in South Oxfordshire; 28% of South Oxfordshire’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameSimmons Lawrence and Messenger
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1368760
Date first listed8 June 1970
Local planning authoritySouth Oxfordshire
Location51.74742, -0.97805 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1368760

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents South Oxfordshire will require for your works on Simmons Lawrence and Messenger, 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 Simmons Lawrence and Messenger listed?
Yes. Simmons Lawrence and Messenger is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1368760, first listed on 8 June 1970. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Simmons Lawrence and Messenger?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from South Oxfordshire, 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.