Art deco terminal and Shropshire cottage gain Grade II status
Two West Midlands buildings have been given listed status, helping push the National Heritage List up to 400,000 entries for the first time.
The art deco Elmdon terminal at Birmingham Airport and a 200-year-old squatter’s cottage in Cleeton St Mary, Shropshire, have been added to the list, alongside the Nottingham headquarters of bicycle manufacturer Raleigh and Plymouth’s Theatre Royal.
“The list is a treasure trove of special historic places that demonstrates the rich variety of England’s history,” said Historic England chief executive Duncan Wilson.
“Reaching 400,000 entries is a milestone – it confirms just how important our heritage is and how much deserves protecting for future generations.”
Birmingham Airport’s Elmdon terminal has been listed at Grade II. It was the original terminal building when the airport opened in 1939.
Squatter’s cottage at Cleeton St Mary, Shropshire
Culture Secretary Jeremy Wright said: “The National Heritage List for England tells the story of our past, and the people, places and events that shaped it.
“This landmark highlights the huge diversity of historic places that we have protected and the integral role heritage plays in our culture.”
