Grade II listed · Cambridge

Five wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade

Five wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade is a Grade II listed building in Cambridge, first listed on 6 May 2011. It is one of 716 Grade II entries among 837 listed buildings in Cambridge; 94% of Cambridge’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameFive wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1400899
Date first listed6 May 2011
Local planning authorityCambridge
Location52.20448, 0.11774 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1400899

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Cambridge will require for your works on Five wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade, 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 Five wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade listed?
Yes. Five wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1400899, first listed on 6 May 2011. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Five wall-mounted Richardson Candles in Kings Parade?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Cambridge, 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.