Imogen Holst's Aldeburgh Home Receives Grade II Listing

The modernist bungalow at 9 Church Walk in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, has been granted Grade II listed status due to its architectural and historical significance. Designed by Jim and Betty Cadbury-Brown for composer Imogen Holst, the home features a soundproofed music room and original elements like built-in shelving and Holst's personal items. Holst, the daughter of Gustav Holst, lived there from 1964 until her death in 1984 and played a key role in the Aldeburgh Festival, initially assisting Benjamin Britten on his opera Gloriana. Her unique rental agreement with the Cadbury-Browns consisted of a crate of wine at Christmas and Aldeburgh Festival tickets. The property, owned by Britten Pears Arts, is available for holiday rentals and opens to the public during Heritage Open Days. The listing reflects Holst's contributions to British music and her lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the area.