The Grotto, Wanstead Park E11 - Redbridge
Ruined grotto boathouse of circa 1762. It consists of a honeycomb rockwork facade of segmental plan with several arches at lake level, and window openings above. The area is fenced off from public access. The grotto is managed as a ruin, but its stability is threatened by mortar failure, loss of rockwork, and self-sown vegetation. The owner, the City of London, has carried out repairs and clearance, and commissioned a Conservation Management Plan to identify the most appropriate approach to securing the grotto's long-term future. Investigations into its structural integrity are also planned.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- THE GROTTO
- Heritage Category:
- Listed Building grade II
- List Entry Number:
- 1183624
- Local Planning Authority:
- Redbridge
- Site Type:
- Gardens parks and urban spaces > Garden building
Location
- Building Name:
- The Grotto
- County:
- Greater London
- District / Borough:
- Redbridge
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- Leyton and Wanstead
- Region:
- London and South East
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Building or structure
- Condition:
- Poor
- Occupancy / Use:
- Not applicable
- Priority:
- C - Slow decay; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- C
- Ownership:
- Local authority
- Designation:
- Listed Building grade II, RPG grade II*, CA
Contact Details
Suzanne Lansley (LPA) 020 8708 6690
