St Katherines Hospital And Almshouse |
| Hob Uid: 868502 | |
Location :
County of Herefordshire
Ledbury
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| Grid Ref : SO7106737702 |
| Summary : A 19th century rebuilding of a medieval hospital, now comprising a central low stone tower above a gateway, with wings extending on either side. The south wing was rebuilt in 1822, after designs of Sir Robert Smirke, and includes three stone gables. The north wing was rebuilt in 1866, also with three gables, these containing imitation timber framing. To the rear of the building is a continuous first floor verandah, forming a covered walk below. |
More information : (SO 7106 3770). St Katherine's Hospital [NAT] (1)
St Katherine's Hospital and Almshouses (formerly listed as St
Katherine's Hospital). Founded in 1232 by Bishop Foliot, but no part
of the original building remains. The south wing was rebuilt in 1822
and the north wing in 1866. Listed grade II. [See DoE list for details (2)
Additional reference. (3) A 19th century rebuilding of a medieval hospital, now comprising a central low stone tower above a gateway, with wings extending on either side. The south wing was rebuilt in 1822, after designs of Sir Robert Smirke, and includes three stone gables. The north wing was rebuilt in 1866, also with three gables, these containing imitation timber framing. To the rear of the building is a continuous first floor verandah, forming a covered walk below. (2) |