The Lepers' Well is a Grade II listed building in the Dorset local planning authority area, England. First listed on 31 January 1974. Well. 12 related planning applications.

The Lepers' Well

WRENN ID
lesser-keystone-curlew
Grade
II
Local Planning Authority
Dorset
Country
England
Date first listed
31 January 1974
Type
Well
Address
The Lepers' Well, Broad Street, Lyme Regis
OS grid reference
SY 341 922
Coordinates
50.72582, -2.93486
Source
Historic England listing

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Description

The Lepers' Well is a rectangular structure, believed to date from the 14th century or earlier. It is said to be the only surviving element of a medieval hospital for people with leprosy. The building is constructed of blue lias stone and features a round-headed, barrel-vaulted recess. This recess has low, projecting blocks of stone along its inner return at ground floor level.

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  • Full EPC report — heating system, energy costs, size, glazing, construction etc.
  • Sale history — 8 transactions since 1998
  • Related listed building consents — 12 applications
  • Detailed attributes — period, style, materials, features
  • Flood risk assessment
  • Radon risk assessment
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