Freeman Hospital

Freeman Hospital, originally built as almshouses in 1837, is now used as offices. The building is constructed from coursed, squared sandstone and has a slate roof. It features a symmetrical central block that is flanked by wings, creating a single elongated range, all at a single storey height. The central three-bay block projects slightly forward and has a 20th-century part-glazed door set within a pointed arch moulded stone surround, with 20th-century casement windows on either side, also in similar surrounds. Above the door is a band inscribed with "READING ROOM" and a central plaque displaying the date and coat of arms, topped with a small pointed light. The building has an embattled parapet. Each wing consists of three rooms, with each room featuring a 20th-century part-glazed door (now fixed) and a two-light mullion window, all having chamfered ashlar surrounds. The eaves are plain, and each wing has end and ridge stacks.