More information : (SK 11730917) St John the Baptist's Hospital (NR). (1)
Founded by Roger de Clinton (1129-48) and re-endowed in 1495, when it was rebuilt, the chapel was in use for public worship at least from the earlier 13th century. The chapel is the oldest of the buildings now standing with features of early or mid 13th century but extensive alterations were made to it in the 19th century. The main east range probably dates from the rebuilding of 1495. This was restored in 1929. In 1966-7 extensive modernization took place and new buildings were added. (2-3)
As described above, the chapel still in use for public worship. (4)
No change, still regarded as outstanding. See photograph. (5)
St. John's Hospital (Including Master's House and Chapel)
C14-15, restored, with later C18 and modern additions. Red brick; 2 storeys; 6 pairs of small splayed windows with stone lintels and one oriel window on right-hand side; stone four-centred arch with hood mould; armorial tablet above; 8 exterior chimney shafts rising from ground floor; old tiles. Including adjoining C14 Chapel, severely restored, C19 with east end window facing street. Including also the Master's House attached at rear. Early C19; Stucco; 2 storeys; 4 sash windows with glazing bars; 2 simple wood door-cases with slight cornice hoods; slates.
The Hospital of St John is a grade I listed building. For further details on the designation see the statutory data. (6)
At the time of amending this record in 2012, access to information on the designation noted in source 6 above is available via the National Heritage List for England. (7) |