Grade II listed · Bedford

Three Gables

Three Gables is a Grade II listed building in Bedford, first listed on 9 November 2012. It is one of 1,239 Grade II entries among 1,331 listed buildings in Bedford; 98% of Bedford’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThree Gables
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1411059
Date first listed9 November 2012
Local planning authorityBedford
Location52.13954, -0.49713 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1411059

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 Three Gables

NameGradeDistance
White CottageII309 m
11, Main RoadII492 m
19, Main RoadII551 m
23, Main RoadII592 m
Grove FarmhouseII604 m
35, Main RoadII648 m
20-28, Main RoadII653 m
37-41, Main RoadII659 m
49-53, Main RoadII748 m
55, Main RoadII763 m

Frequently asked questions

Is Three Gables listed?
Yes. Three Gables is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1411059, first listed on 9 November 2012. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Three Gables?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Bedford, 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.