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Building MPM794 - ADMIRALTY HOUSE (BUILDING NUMBER 1/20) AND ATTACHED RAILINGS

Summary

Former Commissioner's house built in 1784-6, now Commander-in-Chief's residence.

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Type and Period (3)

Full Description

Former Commissioner's house, now Commander-in-Chief's residence. Built in 1784-6 and designed by Samuel Wyatt. 19th century additions and alterations. [1] The ballroom and main staircase were destroyed when the house was bombed during an air raid on the 17th April 1941. [2]


<1> Historic England, The National Heritage List for England (Index). SPM35.

<2> Naval Dockyards Society, 2015, 20th Century Naval Dockyards: Devonport and Portsmouth Characterisation Report (Bibliographic reference). SPM399.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> SPM35 Index: Historic England. The National Heritage List for England.
  • <2> SPM399 Bibliographic reference: Naval Dockyards Society. 2015. 20th Century Naval Dockyards: Devonport and Portsmouth Characterisation Report.

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Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

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Location

Grid reference SU 631 005 (point)
Unitary Authority Portsmouth City

Record last edited

Jul 1 2026 11:51AM