Air Raid Shelter, St Leonard's Court, St Leonard's Road, East Sheen SW14 - Richmond upon Thames

Air raid shelter probably built in 1938 to serve St Leonard's Court which was built in 1934-38 by local builder Mr FG Fox. It was designed to hold 48 people; at the time there were 83 flats. Locally based charity Habitats and Heritage commissioned a structural survey leading to minor works and work with the local amenity society and schools to deliver educational tours. The owners are considering the future of the building, including having discussions with Habitats & Heritage.

Site Details

Designated Site Name:

AIR RAID SHELTER

Heritage Category:

Listed Building grade II

List Entry Number:

1395422

Local Planning Authority:

Richmond upon Thames

Site Type:

Defence > Civil defence site

Location

Building Name:

Air Raid Shelter

Street Name:

St Leonard's Road

Locality:

East Sheen

County:

Greater London

District / Borough:

Richmond upon Thames

Parliamentary Constituency:

Richmond Park

Region:

London and South East

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Building or structure

Condition:

Fair

Occupancy / Use:

Not applicable

Priority:

C - Slow decay; no solution agreed

Previous Priority:

C

Ownership:

Commercial company