Priory House (Council Offices), High Street south, Dunstable - Central Bedfordshire (UA)
Two storeys plus cellars and attics. C18 elevations super imposed on to possible remains of Priory guesthouse with C13 medieval undercroft and some pre-Georgian cellars. The undercroft, built in Totternhoe stone, is subject to complex structural movement and dampness issues. Excess surface water remains a significant agent of decay undermining the foundations and front wall causing instability. Part of the Dunstable Historic England High Street Heritage Action Zone scheme. Repair work on site, further unforeseen very significant structural issues encountered, completion estimated early 2024.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- Priory House
- Heritage Category:
- Listed Building grade II*
- List Entry Number:
- 1114593
- Local Planning Authority:
- Central Bedfordshire (UA)
- Site Type:
- Civil > Public building
Location
- Building Name:
- Priory House (Council Offices)
- Unitary Authority:
- Central Bedfordshire (UA)
- Parish:
- Dunstable
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- South West Bedfordshire
- Region:
- East of England
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Building or structure
- Condition:
- Very bad
- Occupancy / Use:
- Occupied/in use
- Priority:
- A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- B
- Ownership:
- Local authority
- Designation:
- Listed Building grade II*, CA
Contact Details
Trudi Hughes 01223 582739
