Survey Data
Reg No
16324012
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Shop/retail outlet
In Use As
Shop/retail outlet
Date
1905 - 1910
Coordinates
301628, 163044
Date Recorded
06/08/2003
Date Updated
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Description
End-of-terrace multiple-bay three-storey warehouse, built 1906. To the north side there is a tall part three part two-storey earlier portion which is annexed to this building. The building was built to store and sell slates on behalf of Lord Fitzwilliam. The front door opening is flat-headed and has a metal roller shutter. To the north side is a replacement plain shop window. Window openings are flat-headed and have replacement timber frames. The roof is finished with natural slate and cast-iron rainwater goods. The building is road fronted.
Appraisal
This plain warehouse adds a sense of stern dignity to the town centre. It maintains and reinforces the streetscape close to this important corner.