Local Government
York
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
11 Seabrook St York
Location Details
Cnr Clifford St
Construction Date
Constructed from 1895
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 | Grade B |
Grade B |
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Statement of Significance
York Grammar School (fmr), 11 Seabrook Street is for the associations with the establishment of the York Grammar School by Frank Bennet who was later the first headmaster of Guildford Grammar School. It is a significant example of the Victorian Georgian architectural style, representing one of the early settlements on the east side of the Avon River. It makes a significant contribution the history and historic townscape of York.
Physical Description
The single storey face brick residence has a hipped roof that breaks pitch over the surrounding veranda that is supported by pairs of decorative steel posts. The front is symmetrical with the front door flanked by single double-hung sash windows. The veranda has been enclosed along the side to the front wall. The tall face brick chimneys are corbelled at the top.
History
An early owner, Mr Henderson, developed a brickworks at the rear of the property.
The York Grammar School (closed in 1895) was established by Frank Bennet who later became the first headmaster of Guildford Grammar School.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: High
Authenticity: Moderate/High
Condition
Fair/good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | EDUCATIONAL | Other |
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Victorian Georgian |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Painted Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Creation Date
09 Dec 2020Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
09 Dec 2020Disclaimer
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