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Building MPM820 - NORTH OFFICE BLOCK (BUILDING NUMBER 1/144)

Summary

Former smithery, clothing store, now office block. Built 1791-94.

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Type and Period (3)

Full Description

Former smithery, clothing store, now office block. Built 1791-94; change of use 1852. 19th and 20th century alterations. After the much-altered smithery at Devonport the oldest naval smithery building, although much altered in mid-19th century conversion which removed the original hand forges and chimneys, when it was superseded by the No.2 Ship Shop and Brass Foundry for the steam-powered navy; without significant internal details.


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

Sources/Archives (1)

  • ---XY SPM35 Index: Historic England. The National Heritage List for England. [Mapped feature: #553 ]

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  • None recorded

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Location

Grid reference SU 629 008 (point)
Unitary Authority Portsmouth City

Record last edited

Jul 1 2026 11:51AM