Conservation area profiles

Profiles of Lambeth’s conservation areas, including designation reports, appraisals and maps to download.

Poet’s Corner (CA52)

Reference number: CA 52

First designated: 12 October 1998

Boundary changes: n/a

A mid-late 19th century residential development of speculative housing for the middle classes.

The house styles and detailing vary depending on the date of construction. There is a range of typical suburban detailing, including brickwork, stucco, and design features influenced by various historical styles. Small front gardens and larger rear gardens have, in many cases, reached attractive maturity.

CA 52 - Poets Corner Designation Report (1998)

CA 52 - Poets Corner Map