LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1255426
3 and 5, Drapers Lane
3 and 5, Drapers Lane, Leominster
Shop and dwellings, now shop and offices. Late C18. Brick; slate(?) 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, 3 and 5, Drapers Lane
1 of 7, Late 18th century
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About these records
4 historical addresses linked to this NHLE entry. Directory entries can describe a workplace or premises use rather than a residence.
- 3 & 5 Drapers Lane, Leominster
- 3 Drapers Lane, Leominster
- 3, 5 and 7 Drapers Lane, Leominster
- 5 & 7 Drapers Lane, Leominster
Late 18th century
ConstructionBuilding construction
Estimated date recorded by the current NHLE building entry.
SourceNational Heritage List for England, NHLE 1255426
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
- Shop; Dwellings
Listed range, allocation unspecified
As described in NHLE; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
Use at source date
- Shop; Offices
Listed subject
NHLE description; not verified current in 2026
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
A historical or reported description; the detail has not been independently confirmed.
External wall material
- Brick
Listed range
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
Roof covering
- Slate (uncertain)
Listed range
NHLE uncertainty retained
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
A historical or reported description; the detail has not been independently confirmed.
Architectural features
- Sash windows; Segmental arches
Frontage
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Shopfront; Panelled doors; Overlight; Panelled soffit
Frontage
Late 19th century
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Canted shop windows; Glazing bars
Shopfront
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Fascia; Hood; Consoles
Shopfront
NHLE described condition; observation date unspecified
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255426
Applies to the named part of the building at the date of the source.
- Shop signage
Ground-floor fascia
Photograph dated 2026-07-25 in catalogue; capture metadata not independently authenticated
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Leominster Heritage photograph LH-IMG-000081
Applies to the named part of the building when photographed.
- Faded painted wall sign
Exposed brickwork between first-floor windows, above modern fascia
Photograph dated 2026-07-25 in catalogue; capture metadata not independently authenticated
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Leominster Heritage photograph LH-IMG-000081
Applies to the named part of the building when photographed.
Research notes and uncertainties
Roof covering: slate(?) is uncertain. Oblique photograph does not confirm roof.
Late 18th century; late-19th century shopfront Documented principal date and expressly identified fabric phases. Do not date faded painted wall sign from its appearance.
Surface cabling or services down-face wiring and alarm box. Faded wall sign is historic decorative evidence, date unknown; do not conflate faded text with structural damage. 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 1255426.
Current survey photographs dated 25 July 2026 record the publicly visible fabric and features shown on this page.
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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3 and 5, Drapers Lane
Grade II · Late C18; late-C19 shopfront · SO4959 DRAPERS LANE 808-1/1/110 (East side) 09/02/73 Nos.3 AND 5 (Formerly Listed as: DRAPERS LANE No.5)
Shop and dwellings, now shop and offices. Late C18. Brick; slate(?) roof.
Current survey photographs
Documentary evidence
Historic England
Official list description
Original NHLE location reference
SO4959 DRAPERS LANE 808-1/1/110 (East side) 09/02/73 Nos.3 AND 5 (Formerly Listed as: DRAPERS LANE No.5)
LEOMINSTER SO4959 DRAPERS LANE 808-1/1/110 (East side) 09/02/73 Nos.3 AND 5 (Formerly Listed as: DRAPERS LANE No.5) GV II Shop and dwellings, now shop and offices. Late C18. Brick; slate(?) roof. 3 storeys; 2-window range: 6/6 sashes in moulded cases under segmental arches; 6/6 sashes in moulded cases; brick band to eaves. Late C19 shop front: central part-glazed panelled double doors and overlight, recessed under panelled soffit, between canted plate-glass windows with moulded glazing bars; to left, part-glazed 4-panel door and plain overlight; moulded fascia-board and hood with enriched stop-consoles, overall. INTERIORS not inspected. Listing NGR: SO4966059104
Sources and further reading
Open questions
- What evidence can establish the sequence and date of the building’s principal alterations?
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