Listed Building: RYVES ALMSHOUSES (102263)
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| Grade | II* |
|---|---|
| Authority | |
| Volume/Map/Item | 855/1/103 |
| Date assigned | 27 October 1950 |
| Date last amended |
Description
1. 865 SALISBURY STREET (East Side) Ryves Almshouses
ST 8806 1/103 27.10.50. II* 2.
Founded by George Ryves in 1682 for 10 poor persons. Long 1-storey red brick range with projecting wings at each end forming 3-sided court. Plain-tile roof with stone slates at eaves. 6 good brick chimneys with sunk panels and moulded caps. Gable-ends to road have moulded brick kneelers. Coved cornice, In centre is small gable with cove continued up verges. In the gable is a tablet commenorating the foundation and a cartouche with arms of founder above. Windows are 2-lights stone casements. Round-headed brick doorways.
Listing NGR: ST8853006518
Location
| Grid reference | ST 8852 0651 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | Blandford Forum; Dorset |
| District (historic) | North Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
External Links (1)
- View details on the National Heritage List for England (From EH UDS to Legacy x-reference)
Related Monuments/Buildings (2)
Record last edited
Jul 15 2009 11:34AM