Images and Report from Level 2 Descriptive Historic Building Recording at Jules House, Cold Overton Road, Oakham, Leicestershire, March 2025

This collection comprises images and a report from a Level 2 Descriptive Historic Building Recording at Jules House, Cold Overton Road, Leicestershire. The work was carried out by York Archaeology in March 2025. The work was undertaken in advance of proposed development of the site, as part of a planning condition made by Rutland County Council for the proposed refurbishment of Jules House and construction of extension to provide a new transport hub and community facility (planning application ref. 2024/0468/RG3). Jules House originated from at least the late 19th century as two adjacent residential properties, which may have replaced or partially integrated structural elements of earlier buildings. The east range comprises a larger, more elegant house, whereas the west range is a small dwelling. In the mid-to late 20th century these properties were merged internally, acting as a care centre, later as offices, and most recently used by Rutland County Council as the Pinewood Hostel Community Centre. The historic building recording has provided an account of the developmental history and purpose of Jules House. The recording was undertaken to an appropriate level, as recommended by the Local Planning Authority as part of the planning condition.