The Monument (Observatory) is a Grade II* listed building in the Birmingham local planning authority area, England. First listed on 25 April 1952. Observatory. 1 related planning application.
The Monument (Observatory)
- WRENN ID
- dusk-spire-shade
- Grade
- II*
- Local Planning Authority
- Birmingham
- Country
- England
- Date first listed
- 25 April 1952
- Type
- Observatory
- Source
- Historic England listing
Description
The Monument, also known as the Observatory, is a notable structure built in 1758 as a folly by John Perrot. It is constructed of red brick and stands six storeys tall, featuring an octagonal shape on a square base, with a round stair turret attached. Each storey has a single pointed window, except for the fifth storey, which includes an oculus. The top storey is adorned with an arcade that has stone dressings. The building is topped with a stone cornice and battlements. Inside, the top room boasts a complete Gothic plaster ceiling.
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- No EPC on record for this property
- No sale records on file
- Related listed building consents — 1 application
- Detailed attributes — period, style, materials, features
- Flood risk assessment
- Radon risk assessment
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