Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWillington stables

Willington stables

England
List entry 1004502
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Willington Stables is a Grade II* listed building located in Bedfordshire, England. The structure dates from the 18th century and represents a significant example of Georgian-period agricultural architecture, specifically designed to serve the needs of a substantial estate. The building demonstrates the architectural quality and functional planning characteristic of purposeful stable construction from this period, reflecting the importance of horse husbandry to contemporary landed estates. The stables remain an important historical record of rural domestic economy and architectural practice in the Georgian era.

Willington stables is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004502. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Willington stables?

Willington Stables is a Grade II* listed building located in Bedfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004502.

Who is responsible for protecting Willington stables?

Willington stables 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 1004502.

What other scheduled monuments are near Willington stables?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement south of Willington (1.7 km), Settlement site N of Chapel End Farm (1.9 km), Site discovered by aerial photography S of village (3.1 km).

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