Grade II listed · Central Bedfordshire

Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches

Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches is a Grade II listed building in Central Bedfordshire, first listed on 27 August 2020. It is one of 1,756 Grade II entries among 1,919 listed buildings in Central Bedfordshire; 100% of Central Bedfordshire’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameLeighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1470190
Date first listed27 August 2020
Local planning authorityCentral Bedfordshire
Location51.91514, -0.66455 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1470190

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Central Bedfordshire will require for your works on Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

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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 Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches

NameGradeDistance
The Golden Bell Public HouseII44 m
1-5, Pulford RoadII46 m
4-14, Church SquareII50 m
Leighton Buzzard Church of All SaintsI64 m
14, High StreetII67 m
10 and 12, High StreetII67 m
Pair of K6 Telephone Kiosks to East of Number 2II67 m
16 and 18, High StreetII68 m
Main Building of the Cedars SchoolII75 m
The Black Lion Public HouseII88 m

Frequently asked questions

Is Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches listed?
Yes. Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1470190, first listed on 27 August 2020. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Leighton Buzzard War Memorial, including a pair of stone benches?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Central Bedfordshire, 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.