Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWatermen's Hall

Watermen's Hall

England
List entry 1002034
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Watermen's Hall is a Grade I listed building located in London, constructed in the seventeenth century as the headquarters of the Company of Watermen and Lightermen. The building, situated on the Upper Thames Street waterfront, dates from 1668 and was designed by Edward Jerman following the Great Fire of London. It remains one of the finest examples of Restoration-period corporate architecture, featuring a brick and stone facade with characteristic period detailing. The hall continues to serve as the meeting place and administrative centre for the ancient livery company that has regulated watermen on the Thames since its charter of 1555.

Watermen's Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002034. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Watermen's Hall?

Watermen's Hall is a Grade I listed building located in London, constructed in the seventeenth century as the headquarters of the Company of Watermen and Lightermen. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002034.

Who is responsible for protecting Watermen's Hall?

Watermen's Hall is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1002034.

What other scheduled monuments are near Watermen's Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.4 km), The Jewel Tower (3.2 km), Tudor naval storehouse at Convoys Wharf (4.8 km).

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