Traditional and heritage shop fronts Bedfordshire

We can prepare drawings for heritage work in Bedfordshire, and we agree the details with you before the local planning authority receives anything. Check the listing status of your Bedfordshire building early, because listed building consent can be needed even for small changes to the frontage.

What do we offer in Bedfordshire?

Slim or secondary glazingWhere heat loss is an issue, slim sealed units or internal secondary glazing may be possible, subject to consent.

Like-for-like restorationOriginal pilasters, consoles and cornices are repaired and kept, with new timber spliced in only where decay has gone too far.

Traditional stall risersPanelled timber, glazed tile or stone can be matched to the age of the building.

How much does it cost in Bedfordshire?

The guide price is £5,995 to £14,995 ex VAT for a typical frontage. Surviving brackets and cornices on Bedfordshire premises are worth keeping, so we record them at survey before any removal is discussed. We set out every cost in writing before work starts.

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Which towns do you cover?

Common questions

Do you cover all of Bedfordshire?

Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Bedfordshire, including Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Luton.

Can a heritage shopfront meet access rules?

Usually, with care. The Equality Act 2010 requires reasonable adjustments in England, Scotland and Wales, and Northern Ireland uses the Disability Discrimination Act 1995. Options include a portable ramp, a wider door leaf or a gently sloped lobby, and the conservation officer should be involved early.

Do I need listed building consent for a new shopfront?

Yes, if the building is listed and the work affects its special character. Doing that work without consent is a criminal offence. Planning permission may also be needed. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland run their own systems, so we confirm the route for your building.

How long does a heritage shopfront take?

Allow longer than for a standard front: a typical 8 to 14 weeks of making after consent, plus the time the council takes to decide. Delays usually come from missing information, so we prepare the drawings and details carefully before you submit.

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Traditional and heritage shop fronts in Bedfordshire