LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1270279
29 and 31, Mill Street
29 and 31, Mill Street, Leominster
Houses. C17, with later alterations. Timber-frame and plaster; plain tile roof; brick end stacks.
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.
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HISTORICAL ADDRESS RECORD
Through time, 29 and 31, Mill Street
1 of 6, 17th century
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About these records
2 historical addresses linked to this NHLE entry. Directory entries can describe a workplace or premises use rather than a residence.
- 29 Mill Street, Leominster
- 31 Mill Street, Leominster
17th century
ConstructionBuilding construction
Estimated date recorded by the current NHLE building entry.
SourceNational Heritage List for England, NHLE 1270279
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 Nos29 and31
Principal identity with historical and subsidiary uses explicitly separated
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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
- 17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Source-specific phases, not administrative dates
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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
Principal houses, restored front versus original rear in RCHME1934
RCHME1934 observation, current survival unverified
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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.
Cladding / finishes
- Plaster
Framed houses
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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
Houses
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Chimneys
- Brick
End stacks
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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
- Wood
Moulded band
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
Applies to the named part at the source date, with the uncertainty stated. Current use and survival today have not been confirmed.
Architectural features
- Sash windows
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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.
- Gabled dormers with casements
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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.
- Four-panel doors
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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.
- Moulded architraves
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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.
- 20th century prentice-boards
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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 window hoods
Only named component/phase in term and supporting description
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1270279
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: Front restored framing not automatically original fabric. Brick only stated stacks. Current use/survival not independently verified for September2026.
17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards [Source-specific phases, not administrative dates; 17th century with later heightening; early 19th century sashes; 19th century dormers doors; 20th century boards] Source chronology, administrative and reused-material dates separated. Front restored framing not automatically original fabric. Brick only stated stacks.
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How this record is evidenced
The designation, listing date and statutory description are drawn from Historic England, NHLE 1270279.
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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29 and 31, Mill Street
Grade II · C17 with later heightening; early C19 sashes; C19 dormers doors; C20 boards [Source-specific phases, not administrative dates; C17 with later heightening; early C19 sashes; C19 dormers doors; C20 boards] · SO4959 MILL STREET 808-1/1/169 (North side) 09/02/73 Nos.29 AND 31
Houses. C17, with later alterations. Timber-frame and plaster; plain tile roof; brick end stacks.
Current survey photographs
No public survey photograph is currently linked to this place.
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Historic England; RCHME: Herefordshire: 119 (40
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 (40), p. 119.
a (40). House, Nos. 29 and 31, 85 yards E. of (39), is of two storeys with attics. It has been heightened, and the timber-framing in front has been restored; that at the back is original.
Referenced illustrations
Official list description
Original NHLE location reference
SO4959 MILL STREET 808-1/1/169 (North side) 09/02/73 Nos.29 AND 31
LEOMINSTER SO4959 MILL STREET 808-1/1/169 (North side) 09/02/73 Nos.29 AND 31 GV II Houses. C17, with later alterations. Timber-frame and plaster; plain tile roof; brick end stacks. 2 storeys and attic; 2-window range: early C19 3/3 sashes in moulded cases; two C19 gable dormers with 2-light casements. Entrances to centre: C19 four-panel doors in moulded architraves; central casement light; 3/3 sashes in moulded cases; moulded wood band overall. C20 prentice-boards. Rear: two 2-light casements under simple hoods; 2 gable dormers. INTERIORS not inspected. (RCHME: Herefordshire: 119 (40)). Listing NGR: SO4958659522
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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