A Bristol building which has been a base for social change for centuries has been added to Historic England's 'Heritage At Risk' register. Kingsley Hall in Old Market is in need of urgent repairs, but there is hope for its future as funding has already been identified for the works.
The Grade II listed building was originally a grand house when it was constructed back in 1709, and was remodelled as offices in the late 19 th century. It then became the headquarters of the Independent Labour Party in 1911.
It was renamed in honour of priest, historian and poet Charles Kingsley, and later served as a meeting place for trade unions and suffragettes. Now it is the base and headquarters of youth homelessness charity 1625 Independent People, meaning its legacy as a place for social change lives on.
