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The Old Rectory, Houghton-le-Spring


The Old Rectory is a community hub, located in Houghton Park, off the Broadway in Houghton-le-Spring. This former rectory to St Michael's Church dates from the early 17th century. The building was altered in the 18th (1794 inscribed on rainwater head), 19th and 20th centuries.  In 1949, the gardens surrounding the rectory became a public park after being gifted to the people of Houghton-le-Spring. For many years, the building was used as council offices; acting as Area Offices of Sunderland District Council and for Social Services. Since 2017, the Old Rectory has been maintained by Acumen Community Buildings, a charity using the building to provide a hub for community groups and social entrepreneurs. This is a Grade II* listed building on the National Heritage List for England.

Houghton-le-Spring Grade II* Listed Historic Buildings and Monuments in Sunderland
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The Old Rectory
- Website of The Old Rectory. "The Old Rectory is an iconic Grade 2* listed building in Houghton-Le-Spring. As a thriving community hub for the North-East, we offer affordable co-working and …

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2008-Apr-14 - Social Services building in Houghton-le-Spring

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The Old Rectory, Houghton-le-Spring

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Charity number: 1177852
List number: 1184817
List grade: 2
Post code: DH4 4BB
Grid ref: NZ3408249832
Borough: Sunderland

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