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Entrance to Fenton and surrounds, 8 Albert Street, Edgecliff, NSW.jpg
Entrance to Fenton and surrounds, 8 Albert Street, Edgecliff, NSW
Location 8 Albert Street, Edgecliff, Municipality of Woollahra, New South Wales, Australia
Official name: Fenton and surrounds
Type State heritage (built)
Designated 2 April 1999
Reference no. 249
Type House
Category Residential buildings (private)
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Fenton and surrounds is a special house located at 8 Albert Street in Edgecliff, a suburb in New South Wales, Australia. This house is privately owned, but it's considered very important. It has a "heritage listing," which means it's officially recognized for its historical or architectural value.

What is a Heritage Listing?

When a building or place gets a heritage listing, it means experts have decided it's valuable to everyone. It's like saying, "This place is so important, we need to protect it for future generations!"

Why are Places Heritage Listed?

Places are heritage listed for many reasons. It could be because they are very old or show a special style of building. Sometimes, important events happened there, or famous people lived there. They help us understand the past and how people used to live.

Protecting Special Places

In New South Wales, the government keeps a list called the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This list includes places like Fenton and surrounds. Being on this list means the property is protected by law. This helps make sure that its important features are kept safe and not changed too much.

About Fenton House

Fenton and surrounds is a house that was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999. This date marks when it officially became a protected heritage site.

Where is Fenton Located?

The house is found in Edgecliff, which is a suburb within the Municipality of Woollahra. This area is part of Sydney, one of Australia's largest cities.

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