The following text is from the original listed building designation:

1. 5273 CENTRAL PARADE Herne Bay No 17 [ (The Ship Inn) TR 1868 SW 3/2 29.9.51.
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2. An L-shaped C18 building. 2 storeys, the west wing stuccoed, the north wing weatherboarded; Hipped tiled roof, 4 sashes with some glazing bars intact. The north wing has a curved window of 3 lights on both floors. In the angle of the L is an outside staircase leading to a wooden balcony and doorway with double door and small flat hood over, the doorway placed up 2 steps with handrail.
Nos 17 to 19 (consec) form a group.
Listing NGR: TR1815268412

English Heritage, List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest (Map). SKE16160.