Building record MLI94905 - 2 to 4 Peter's Hill, Grantham
Summary
2 to 4 Peter's Hill, Grantham.
Type and Period (3)
- TERRACED HOUSE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1800 AD to 2050 AD)
- TERRACE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1800 AD to 2050 AD)
- HOUSE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1800 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Terrace of four early 19th century houses (now occupied as three houses) with a first floor balcony. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}
A terrace of Regency, three storey houses with a stone faced basement and a continuous balcony with a metal canopy, decribed as 'one of the most elegant buildings in Grantham'. This is the only example in Grantham of a type of Regency housing associated with towns such as Brighton or Cheltenham. The reference to 'Birdcage Walk' may be in connection with the balcony or the possibility that caged canaries were kept here. {2}{3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI6703 Index: Department of the Environment. 1972. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 8/2.
- <2> SLI12381 Bibliographic Reference: L. Bond and Malcolm G. Knapp. 1987. Georgian Houses in Grantham. p.22.
- <3> SLI12679 Report: South Kesteven District Council. 2009. Grantham Conservation Area Appraisal. Civic Centre character area.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 91487 35715 (23m by 16m) Surveyed |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GRANTHAM, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
- Event - Survey: Site Visit to 2 to 4 St Peter's Hill, Grantham (ELI9483)
- Event - Survey: Site visit to Grantham Conservation Area (ELI9375)
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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