History

Opened in 1837 for the Pwllheli Poor Law Union formed on 3 June of that year comprising 32 parishes. Modern conversion to hospital use.

Exterior

Standard grid plan form with transverse and spinal ranges linked by central octagonal block. Symmetrical 2-storey 3 2 3-window coursed rubble front to main range, the central two bays of which are advanced under a gable with blind attic roundel; formerly with portico. Slate roofs with ventilators; horned 4-pane sashes with cement rendered margins. Below central windows is a broad lintel and simple cornice carried by two tapered piers. The recessed part-glazed door is flanked by two 12-pane sashes. 2-window extensions to either end, 2-storey to left with boarded doors and single storey to right with 4-panel door. The remainder of the structure is pebbledashes with modern additions. The 2-storey spinal range has mainly 4-pane sashes; 3-storey octagon and central part of transverse range. To E is a taller range containing a high segmental arched passage leading through to rear courtyard.

Reasons for Listing

Group value with Neigwl.

External Links

• Cadwr Listing
• Wikidata Q29484137

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