Former National School, High Street
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Type
Description
Mid-nineteenth century National School, now used as a community centre
A National school endowed by the Countess of Bridgewater in 1848 was held in 4-8, High Street This was replaced by the purpose built National School in High Street, presumably also endowed by the Countess of Bridgewater since it bears her crest and the date 1865. The school has closed and been replaced by Brookmead School built in the 1960s. The building is significant because of its visual prominence and due to its role within the social history of the village. It is an attractive building retaining a significant number of its original external and internal features. It forms part of a group of 19th century buildings throughout Ivinghoe which represent a period of growth and change within the village. The building is now used as a community centre thereby continuing its important role as a focus to community life. A local note building within the conservation area of Ivinghoe (B1).
Statement of Significance
Asset type
Mid-nineteenth century National School, now used as a community centre
Date Listed
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