LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1255429
13 and 15, Drapers Lane
13 and 15, Drapers Lane, Leominster
Shops and dwellings, now offices and dwelling. C18 front to C17 core, and with later alterations. Painted brick; composite tile(?) roof.
Dates and uses reflect the source records and may not describe the building today.
Designation information
Inclusion in the National Heritage List for England confirms that this is a designated heritage asset of national special architectural or historic interest.
People and businesses through time
HISTORICAL ADDRESS RECORD
Through time, 13 and 15, Drapers Lane
1 of 11, 17th century core
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About these records
3 historical addresses linked to this NHLE entry. Directory entries can describe a workplace or premises use rather than a residence.
- 13 & 15 Drapers Lane, Leominster
- 13 Drapers Lane, Leominster
- 15 Drapers Lane, Leominster
17th century core
ConstructionBuilding construction
Estimated date recorded by the current NHLE building entry.
SourceNational Heritage List for England, NHLE 1255429
Estimated construction date drawn from the NHLE list summary.
Architectural evidence and features
These descriptions relate to particular parts of the building at the date of each source. They may not reflect its use or condition today. Unconfirmed features remain open questions.
Evidence reviewed 13 September 2026.
Documented type / function
- Shops; Dwellings
Listed subject
As described in NHLE; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
Use at source date
- Offices; Dwelling
Listed range, individual uses not allocated by address
Use in NHLE description, not certified current in 2026
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Recruitment office frontage
Ground-floor frontage only
Photograph dated 2026-07-25 in catalogue; capture metadata not independently authenticated
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Leominster Heritage photograph LH-IMG-000096
Applies to the named part of the building when photographed.
External wall material
- Brick
18th century frontage
18th century front to 17th century core
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
Cladding / finishes
- Paint
Front brickwork
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
Structural system
- Timber frame
Left passageway
17th century
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Timber frame
Back wing, historical observation
Recorded 1934, present visibility not confirmed
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Royal Commission inventory, 1934, Leominster, monument (106), p. 123.
Recorded historically; its survival today has not been confirmed.
Roof covering
- Composite tile (uncertain)
Main roof
NHLE uncertainty retained
Supported with qualification
Architectural features
- Attic
Listed range
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Sash windows; Segmental arches
Front upper windows
Late 19th century
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Modillion eaves
Front brick eaves
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Gable dormers
Roof
20th century
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Shopfront; Panelled double door
Frontage, door to right
Altered late 19th century
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Plank door; Shop windows
Left door and front windows
20th century
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Fascia; Hood; Consoles; Panelled pilasters
Shopfront overall
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255429
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Panelling
Interior
Recorded 1934; source calls original, fabric date unspecified
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Royal Commission inventory, 1934, Leominster, monument (106), p. 123.
Recorded historically; its survival today has not been confirmed.
- Shop signage
Ground-floor fascia and windows
Photograph dated 2026-07-25 in catalogue; capture metadata not independently authenticated
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Leominster Heritage photograph LH-IMG-000096
Applies to the named part of the building when photographed.
Research notes and uncertainties
Uncertain roof covering: NHLE composite tile(?) is not a confirmed composition. LH096 does not show enough of the subject roof; the obvious roof at left belongs to its neighbour. Withhold definite clay/composite filters.
Historical storey count: RCHME describes three storeys; NHLE describes two storeys and attic. Preserve source wording without treating the difference as evidence of demolition or raising.
18th century front to 17th century core Documented principal date and expressly identified fabric phases. Photographic apparentPeriod omits documented 17th century core and must not override NHLE.
Surface cabling or services alarm, light, conduits and face-mounted wiring. No age derived from modern business sign. No method, cause, severity or continuing condition is inferred.
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How this record is evidenced
The designation, listing date and statutory description are drawn from Historic England, NHLE 1255429.
Current survey photographs dated 25 July 2026 record the publicly visible fabric and features shown on this page.
The building has been cross-referenced to the Royal Commission's 1934 Herefordshire inventory. The full matched extract and its cited illustrations are reproduced below with links to the digitised source.
The concise summary and searchable feature tags have been prepared by Leominster Heritage and are kept separate from the statutory wording.
The open questions below identify evidence that has not yet been securely established.
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13 and 15, Drapers Lane
Grade II · C18 front to C17 core · SO4959 DRAPERS LANE 808-1/1/114 (East side) 09/07/76 Nos.13 AND 15
Shops and dwellings, now offices and dwelling. C18 front to C17 core, and with later alterations. Painted brick; composite tile(?) roof.
Current survey photographs
Documentary evidence
Historic England; RCHME: Herefordshire: 123 (106
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
This earlier inventory records the building as it was understood at the time of survey. Its terminology and interpretation should be read alongside the current NHLE entry and present-day observation.
Read the Royal Commission inventory extract
RCHME CROSS-REFERENCE 1
Leominster, monument (106), p. 123.
a (106). House and shop, Nos. 13 and 15, S. of (105), is of three storeys. It has been refronted in brick. The back wing has exposed framing. Inside the building is some original panelling.
Referenced illustrations
Official list description
Original NHLE location reference
SO4959 DRAPERS LANE 808-1/1/114 (East side) 09/07/76 Nos.13 AND 15
LEOMINSTER SO4959 DRAPERS LANE 808-1/1/114 (East side) 09/07/76 Nos.13 AND 15 GV II Shops and dwellings, now offices and dwelling. C18 front to C17 core, and with later alterations. Painted brick; composite tile(?) roof. 2 storeys and attic; 4-window range: late C19 plain sashes in moulded cases under segmental arches; brick modillion eaves; two C20 gable-dormers. Altered late C19 double shop front with, to right, recessed part-glazed panelled double door; to left, C20 plank door; C20 shop-windows; moulded fascia-board and hood with stop-consoles on panelled pilasters, overall. Passageway to left displays C17 timber-framing. INTERIORS not inspected. (RCHME: Herefordshire: 123 (106)). Listing NGR: SO4966459076
Sources and further reading
Open questions
- What evidence can establish the sequence and date of the building’s principal alterations?
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