The site visit was carried out by archaeologist E. Wapshott MCIfA on Wednesday 15th April 2026. This work follows the guidance that is outlined in: Standard and Guidance for the Archaeological Investigation and Recording of Standing Buildings or Structures (CIfA 2020); and Understanding Historic Buildings: A Guide to Good Recording Processes (Historic England 2016)iii. The discussion of the setting follows the approach that is outlined in the appropriate guidance (DoT Guidance and Historic England 2015) Nos.13-15 Lansdown Road is a late 19th to very early 20th century building, it is of good quality, although rather generic in style and form. It is a well-known local landmark building and there is associative value with the various stores that have occupied the site. It is of local interest and is a non-designated heritage asset, as well as being located within a Conservation Area, which adds to its value. The building survives in overall in fair to poor condition, and with a few of its original historic features remaining. This presents a good opportunity for sympathetic development with conservation and restoration leading the proposals, providing flexibility for positive change and rationalisation of spaces to revitalise its commercial potential.
Emily Wapshott (2026) studied this question.