Historic England has added 19 new sites to its list of protected historic places in England, including a woodland anti-tank defense system built by the Home Guard during World War II. The "dragon's teeth", consisting of concrete pyramid-shaped obstacles, were designed to thwart Nazi tanks and are considered one of the best-preserved examples of wartime defenses in the UK.
The 1960s Renold building on the University of Manchester campus is another notable addition. Designed by architect WA Gibbon, it was the first purpose-built lecture theatre block in an English higher education institution, revolutionizing university design. The building has been listed at Grade II, recognizing its historical significance and innovative design.
Other unusual listings include a boathouse built by unemployed men for the Bournville radio sailing and model boat club in Birmingham, which showcases philanthropy and community spirit. A garden in Guisborough, created from 1934 for a brick industrialist, features a unique section filled with terracotta gnomes, pixies, and elves.
Historic England's list also includes the Enderby wharf submarine telephone cable hauler and gantry, which played a crucial role in the first successful transatlantic telephone cable. The site is now listed as a scheduled monument, acknowledging its importance to global communications history.
Additionally, the Pin Wreck, a 19th-century steam mooring lighter shipwreck off the Dorset coast, has been added to the list due to its exceptional rarity and archaeological significance. A prefabricated church in Littlebury Green, Essex, known as a tin tabernacle, rounds out the new additions, providing insight into a once common but now increasingly rare type of church design.
These diverse sites highlight the importance of Historic England's work in preserving the UK's rich cultural heritage, from wartime defenses to innovative architecture and unique gardens.
The 1960s Renold building on the University of Manchester campus is another notable addition. Designed by architect WA Gibbon, it was the first purpose-built lecture theatre block in an English higher education institution, revolutionizing university design. The building has been listed at Grade II, recognizing its historical significance and innovative design.
Other unusual listings include a boathouse built by unemployed men for the Bournville radio sailing and model boat club in Birmingham, which showcases philanthropy and community spirit. A garden in Guisborough, created from 1934 for a brick industrialist, features a unique section filled with terracotta gnomes, pixies, and elves.
Historic England's list also includes the Enderby wharf submarine telephone cable hauler and gantry, which played a crucial role in the first successful transatlantic telephone cable. The site is now listed as a scheduled monument, acknowledging its importance to global communications history.
Additionally, the Pin Wreck, a 19th-century steam mooring lighter shipwreck off the Dorset coast, has been added to the list due to its exceptional rarity and archaeological significance. A prefabricated church in Littlebury Green, Essex, known as a tin tabernacle, rounds out the new additions, providing insight into a once common but now increasingly rare type of church design.
These diverse sites highlight the importance of Historic England's work in preserving the UK's rich cultural heritage, from wartime defenses to innovative architecture and unique gardens.
. I'm sure it's all very fascinating, especially for those who love old stuff like me 
. But honestly, who needs a woodland anti-tank defense system from WWII when you've got trendy coffee shops and avocado toast? 
Just kidding, sort of. Seriously though, these additions do showcase the UK's rich cultural heritage and it's awesome that Historic England is doing its thing to preserve all this cool history 
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and you can see how they all connect like a big puzzle right? i mean these woodland anti-tank defense systems from WWII, they were built to protect people & countries from harm but now they're preserved as a reminder of what we went through... its humbling y'know?
... the way WA Gibbon designed it back in the 60s was revolutionary, think about that... a whole new way of learnin & teachin.
. or that garden in Guisborough with all those terracotta gnomes & pixies... it just makes me smile 
- 19 new historic sites added in England! Got to love that woodland anti-tank defense system from WWII, like something out of a movie 
! And I'm intrigued by the Renold building at Manchester Uni, sounds like it really changed the way they design lecture spaces 
. The boathouse in Birmingham is so cool, I mean who wouldn't want to build something for a radio sailing club? 
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. It's awesome that Historic England is preserving all these unique spots and sharing them with us 
. And can you believe the steam shipwreck off Dorset coast? Like, who knew it existed?! 
just wow, these new listings are like stepping back in time! i mean, who knew there was a woodland anti-tank defense system built by home guards during WWII? 
. and then you have the renold building on manchester campus, that's just cool! the university design back in the 60s was totally ahead of its time 
. historic england is doing such a great job preserving our history and cultural heritage, it's heartwarming to see these new listings added 
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The recent additions to Historic England's list are a testament to the country's complex and fascinating history 
. It's also great to see recognition being given to the Bournville boathouse, which showcases the power of community spirit during a time of economic uncertainty 
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. The fact that it played a crucial role in the first successful transatlantic telephone cable highlights the significance of this location on the broader history of technological innovation 
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. Overall, these new additions demonstrate Historic England's commitment to preserving the UK's rich cultural heritage and providing a nuanced understanding of its complex past 
? And the Renold building at Manchester? Game-changer for university design, dude 
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But seriously, it's amazing how many stories there are just waiting to be uncovered. The Pin Wreck and tin tabernacle prefabricated church... I mean, these things are like treasures from another era 
. But hey, that's what makes the past so cool, right?
. And let's not forget about all the innovators who've made contributions to our world, like WA Gibbon's groundbreaking lecture theatre design 
. i love how Historic England is highlighting all sorts of stuff that most people wouldn't even know existed. like, who knew there was a boathouse built by unemployed men? 
?! it's crazy how much history is just waiting to be protected and shared with us. and can we talk about the 1960s Renold building at Manchester uni? that's some next level innovative design right there 
but seriously its awesome theyre preserving all these cool & weird sites like the woodlands anti tank defense system its like something out of a video game 
. I mean, can you imagine having a woodland anti-tank defense system from WWII still intact? It gives me chills 
. And the Renold building on Uni of Manchester campus is like something out of sci-fi, all those lecture theatres stacked up 
! The Bournville boathouse is such a cool example of community spirit, and those terracotta gnomes and pixies in Guisborough garden are straight outta fantasy land 
Anyway, these new listings just remind me that there's so much awesome stuff to discover and learn about in our amazing country! 
the "dragon's teeth" are like something out of a movie 
from the submarine cable hauler to the steam mooring lighter shipwreck, these sites are like little pieces of history waiting to be explored 
And those terracotta gnomes in the garden? That's just weird. What's the deal with all these little people statues popping up everywhere? It's like someone's trying to send a message, but what is it?