December 22nd 2024.
When it comes to historical landmarks, England is not lacking. With over 400,000 listings on the National Heritage List and more being added every year, the country is filled with rich history and cultural significance. In fact, just this year, there were over 250 new listings, ranging from 100-year-old signposts to 17th-century tombs.
One of the most notable additions to the list is a Grade II-listed building located above a Tesco Express in Bristol. The Broadmead Baptist Church, situated in the heart of the Broadmead shopping centre, has been affectionately nicknamed the "church above the shops". Built in the 1960s, its brutalist design was recognized by Historic England as a striking example of post-war church architecture and was granted its Grade II status in August.
Locals also hold a special place in their hearts for the church, with one Google reviewer stating that it is "an amazing hidden gem" with a deceiving exterior that reveals a beautiful interior. But the Broadmead Baptist Church is not the only new addition to the list that holds a special place in the hearts of its community.
The Wallasey Central Library, built in the early 1900s, is considered one of the best-preserved Carnegie libraries in the country. Despite plans to potentially relocate it, the library is still beloved by the community and its Grade II status, granted in November, has thrown a wrench into those plans.
In Stourbridge, Dudley, a local pub built in the 1930s also gained Grade II status this year. Known as a hallmark of the "improved pub movement", the Mitre Inn was designed to attract a more respectable clientele. And according to one reviewer, it has succeeded in doing just that, with an excellent selection of beer and a jukebox that will please any old rocker.
Other notable additions to the list include the Gardens and Pleasure Grounds at Brownsea Castle in Dorset, a stunning Italian walled garden that is described as a peaceful oasis, and the Wonersh United Reformed Church in Guildford, Surrey, which looks like something straight out of a fantasy novel.
In total, there were 17 remarkable locations added to the list this year, including a former maternity ward in Huddersfield, an electricity junction box in West Yorkshire, and a First World War practice trench in Hampshire. Each site holds its own unique charm and adds to the rich history of England.
As always, the full list is a diverse mix of buildings, structures, and monuments that showcase the country's history and heritage. From small signposts to grand churches, each listing holds its own significance and is a testament to the importance of preserving our past.
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