Former Church of St James, Whitefriars - Norwich

Former Church of St. James, now used as Puppet Theatre. C15 and C16. Flint with stone and brick dressings. Brick. Slate roofs. West tower. Nave and chancel. South aisle. South porch. The short three stage tower is supported on internal arched supports. Brick octagonal top stage. Two storey porch contained within the west end of the aisle. Four bay nave and two bay chancel. Early C16 three-bay arcade and two bay chancel arcade. Scissor-brace nave roof. Severe structural issues with masonry. C20 extension with water ingress through roof.

Site Details

    Designated Site Name:
    FORMER CHURCH OF ST JAMES
    Heritage Category:
    Listed Building grade I
    List Entry Number:
    1372521
    Local Planning Authority:
    Norwich
    Site Type:
    Recreational > Music speech and dance venue

Location

    Building Name:
    Former Church of St James
    County:
    Norfolk
    District / Borough:
    Norwich
    Parliamentary Constituency:
    Norwich South
    Region:
    East of England

Assessment Information

    Assessment Type:
    Building or structure
    Condition:
    Poor
    Occupancy / Use:
    Occupied/in use
    Priority:
    A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed
    Ownership:
    Charity (heritage)
    Designation:
    Listed Building grade I, CA

Contact Details

Sarah Morrison 01223 582723