The Metropolis

Attention history nerds: great new map reveals your street's history

Mike Pollitt | Friday 3 June, 2011 13:06

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My local pub is a grade II listed building! Turns out it’s a mid 19th century construction with a notable stucco cornice. Something to bore fellow drinkers with tonight methinks. I discovered this fascinating nugget thanks to this excellent new tool from English Heritage. Pop in your postcode and out spews all the listed buildings and protected areas nearby. Hours of fun for any historical or architectural gimps among you.

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