Fortification

CLOCK TOWER, TO NORTH OF ABBERLEY HALL

Grade II*

A historic defensive structure or fortification.

This fortification 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 50 years.

Heritage Expansion

Listed during an era when the criteria for protection expanded to include more vernacular and industrial heritage.

Building Type

Fortification

Listed Since

18 June 1976

List Entry

1082707

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Nearby Development Sites

No brownfield sites within 2km

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%)
  • Grade II: Special interest (91.7%)