Grade II listed · Chelmsford

Little Waltham War Memorial

Little Waltham War Memorial is a Grade II listed building in Chelmsford, first listed on 8 August 2018. It is one of 948 Grade II entries among 1,010 listed buildings in Chelmsford; 99% of Chelmsford’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameLittle Waltham War Memorial
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1456881
Date first listed8 August 2018
Local planning authorityChelmsford
Location51.78717, 0.47401 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1456881

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Chelmsford will require for your works on Little Waltham War Memorial, 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 Little Waltham War Memorial listed?
Yes. Little Waltham War Memorial is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1456881, first listed on 8 August 2018. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Little Waltham War Memorial?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Chelmsford, 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.