LISTED BUILDING · NHLE 1255418
The Gatehouse
The Gatehouse, Leominster
House, now dwellings. Early C19 front to C18 or earlier core. Stucco, rusticated to ground floor; Welsh slate roof; panelled stucco lateral stacks.
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, The Gatehouse
1 of 7, 18th century or earlier core
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About these records
6 historical addresses linked to this NHLE entry. Directory entries can describe a workplace or premises use rather than a residence.
- 1 Gate House, Church Street, Leominster
- 2 The Gate House, Leominster
- 3 Gate House, Church Street, Leominster
- 8 Church Street, Leominster
- Gate House
- Gate House, Church Street, Leominster
18th century or earlier core
ConstructionBuilding construction
Estimated date recorded by the current NHLE building entry.
SourceNational Heritage List for England, NHLE 1255418
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
- House, now dwellings in NHLE; name Gatehouse does not establish gatehouse function
Principal record; ancillary or mixed uses explicitly separated in text
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Documented phases
- Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Building phases and source differences; not a single construction date
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Cladding / finishes
- Stucco; rustication
main front and ground floor
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
External wall material
- Brick
18th century rear
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Roof covering
- Welsh slate
main roof
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
- Slate
hipped rear wings
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Structural system
- Exposed frame
right entrance recess only
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Chimneys
- Stucco finish
lateral stacks, concealed core
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Architectural features
- Sash windows; Cellar; Parapet; Cornice; Storey band; Recessed panels; Doorcase; Modillions; Corinthian columns; Fluted pilasters; Semicircular arch; Roundel; Porch
Only the named features in their NHLE-described elevations, openings and interior; retain every source qualifier
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
- Rusticated ground floor; Sash window; Moulded hood; Scrolled console; Advanced bay; Corinthian column; Portico; Modillion cornice; Parapet; Roundel; Timber joinery
Visible subject frontage only; joinery identification is visual, species and construction date unverified
Catalogue capture date 2026-05-28; metadata not independently authenticated
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Leominster Heritage photograph LH-IMG-000108
Shows features visible when photographed. Concealed materials, timber species, age and survival today remain unconfirmed.
Other materials / details
- Stone
Moulded flat window hoods
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations.
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Historic England, NHLE entry 1255418
Applies to the named part and historical phase. A recorded use may no longer continue today.
Dated observations
- Cracking; Local repair or patching; Paint loss; Weathering
Visible subject elevation and specified components only
Catalogue capture date 2026-05-28; metadata not independently authenticated
Supported with qualification
Source and context
Leominster Heritage photograph LH-IMG-000108
Shows what was visible when photographed. It does not establish present condition, concealed construction or current use.
Research notes and uncertainties
Source, component and current-use restrictions: Church Street is location, no church use. Frame at recess does not establish the entire wall system. Current use/survival is not established as of September2026; source-date statements remain dated.
Early 19th century front to 18th century or earlier core; 18th century rear; late 19th century and 20th century alterations. Explicit building phases, with alternatives preserved. Do not turn date alternatives into independently proven phases or use administrative/use dates as fabric. Church Street is location, no church use. Frame at recess does not establish the entire wall system.
Explore records with these reviewed features. Results may concern only part of a listed group and retain their source-date qualifications.
How this record is evidenced
The designation, listing date and statutory description are drawn from Historic England, NHLE 1255418.
Current survey photographs dated 28 May 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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The Gatehouse
Grade II · Early C19 front to C18 or earlier core; C18 rear; late C19 and C20 alterations. · SO4959 CHURCH STREET 808-1/1/99 (South side) 09/02/73 The Gatehouse, Nos.1, 2 and 3
House, now dwellings. Early C19 front to C18 or earlier core. Stucco, rusticated to ground floor; Welsh slate roof; panelled stucco lateral stacks.
Current survey photographs
Documentary evidence
Historic England
Official list description
Original NHLE location reference
SO4959 CHURCH STREET 808-1/1/99 (South side) 09/02/73 The Gatehouse, Nos.1, 2 and 3
LEOMINSTER SO4959 CHURCH STREET 808-1/1/99 (South side) 09/02/73 The Gatehouse, Nos.1, 2 and 3 GV II House, now dwellings. Early C19 front to C18 or earlier core. Stucco, rusticated to ground floor; Welsh slate roof; panelled stucco lateral stacks. E-shaped on plan. 3 storeys and cellar; 5-window range: 6/6 sashes under moulded stone flat hoods on scrolled consoles; centre sash between recessed panels, in advanced bay; moulded storey band; 3/3 sashes with hoods, over; moulded cornice to parapet. Central entrance: half-glazed panel door under entablature with enriched modillions, on fluted Corinthian columns, and pilasters; flanked by 6/6 sashes under interrupted storey band. To right, porch-wing with C20 half-glazed door and side screens in recess with exposed timber-framing, under moulded stucco semicircular arch, with 3/3 sash in moulded stucco architrave, and moulded roundel, over; band to parapet. Left returned side: late C19 sashes; stuccoed storey band. Rear: C18 brickwork with storey bands; hipped slate roof to wings. INTERIORS not inspected. Listing NGR: SO4968859117
Sources and further reading
Open questions
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