The Lepers' Well is a Grade II listed building in the Dorset local planning authority area, England. First listed on 31 January 1974. Well. 10 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
- Source
- Historic England listing
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 — 6 transactions since 1998
- Related listed building consents — 10 applications
- Detailed attributes — period, style, materials, features
- Flood risk assessment
- Radon risk assessment
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