LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1255532
16-22, West Street
16-22, West Street, Leominster
Houses, now shops. C17, much altered. Roughcast; sham timber-frame; roof of old plain tiles, with 2 ridge-lines.
Dates and uses reflect the source records and may not describe the building today.
No photograph currently published
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, 16-22, West Street
1 of 13, 17th century
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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.
- 16 West Street, Leominster
- 18 West Street, Leominster
- 22 West Street, Leominster
17th century
ConstructionBuilding construction
Estimated date recorded by the current NHLE building entry.
SourceNational Heritage List for England, NHLE 1255532
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
- Houses, subsequently shops
Principal identity with historical and subsidiary uses explicitly separated
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Documented phases
- NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Source-specific phases, not administrative dates
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Structural system
- Timber frame
Rear passageway only
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Cladding / finishes
- Roughcast
Front
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Other materials / details
- Sham timber framing
Front decorative imitation
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
External wall material
- Brick and concrete block
Rear
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Roof covering
- Plain tile
Principal two ridge lines
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
- Concrete tile
Rear
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Chimneys
- Brick
Reduced rear lateral stack
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Architectural features
- 19th century fixed lights
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
- Casements with glazing bars
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
- Cross-windows
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
- Early 20th century shopfronts
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
- Blocked doorway
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
- Rear gable wings
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255532
Royal Commission inventory, 1934
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Research notes and uncertainties
Component, chronology and current verification: Sham front is not evidence of structural framing there. RCHME date applies No22 only. Current use/survival not independently verified for September2026.
NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century [Source-specific phases, not administrative dates; NHLE 17th century much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early 18th century] Source chronology, administrative and reused-material dates separated. Sham front is not evidence of structural framing there. RCHME date applies No22 only.
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How this record is evidenced
The designation, listing date and statutory description are drawn from Historic England, NHLE 1255532.
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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16-22, West Street
Grade II · NHLE C17 much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early C18 [Source-specific phases, not administrative dates; NHLE C17 much altered; RCHME No22 alone probably early C18] · SO4958 WEST STREET 808-1/2/224 (North side) 09/07/76 Nos.16-22 (Even) (Formerly Listed as: WEST SIDE (North side) Nos.16-22 (Even))
Houses, now shops. C17, much altered. Roughcast; sham timber-frame; roof of old plain tiles, with 2 ridge-lines.
Current survey photographs
No public survey photograph is currently linked to this place.
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Historic England
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 (148), p. 125.
a (148). House, No. 22, 25 yards W. of (147), was built probably early in the 18th century.
Referenced illustrations
Official list description
Original NHLE location reference
SO4958 WEST STREET 808-1/2/224 (North side) 09/07/76 Nos.16-22 (Even) (Formerly Listed as: WEST SIDE (North side) Nos.16-22 (Even))
LEOMINSTER SO4958 WEST STREET 808-1/2/224 (North side) 09/07/76 Nos.16-22 (Even) (Formerly Listed as: WEST SIDE (North side) Nos.16-22 (Even)) GV II Houses, now shops. C17, much altered. Roughcast; sham timber-frame; roof of old plain tiles, with 2 ridge-lines. 2 storeys; 4-window range: to left, row of four C19 fixed lights; casement with glazing bars; four C19 cross-windows with casements. 2 early C20 shop fronts to right; blocked doorway; Two C20 shop fronts. Rear: concrete tile roof; reduced brick lateral stack; brick; concrete block; timber-framing over passageway; C18 and later gable wings. INTERIORS not inspected. Listing NGR: SO4955358998
Sources and further reading
Open questions
- What evidence can establish the sequence and date of the building’s principal alterations?
- Can a current photograph be added to record the public elevations and visible historic fabric?
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