Entertainment Venue
Accrington Town Hall
A historic venue for public entertainment or gatherings.
This entertainment venue is legally protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990. As a Grade II* listed building, it is considered particularly important and of more than special interest - representing the top 5.8% of listed buildings. It has been protected for 42 years.
Heritage Expansion
Listed during an era when the criteria for protection expanded to include more vernacular and industrial heritage.
Building Type
Entertainment Venue
Listed Since
9 March 1984
List Entry
1362011
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Nearby Listed Buildings
What is a Listed Building?
Listed buildings are structures of special architectural or historic interest, protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.
- Grade I: Exceptional interest (2.5%)
- Grade II*: Particularly important (5.8%)
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