The following text is from the original listed building designation:
TQ 53 37 SPELDHURST BIRD-IN-HAND STREET, OLD GROOMBRIDGE 16/451 The Old Forge (formerly listed 20.10.54 as The Forge)
GV II
Former forge, now converted to garages. Probably C19. South end wall of Flemish bond red brick, the rest is weatherborded timber-framing on brick footings. Peg-tile roof.
Plan: Long low block on a rough north south axis.
Exterior: Gable-ended block with 3 front C20 garage doorways.
Interior: Not inspected.
Nonedescript in its own right this former forge provides variety and interest in this well-preserved estate village.
Listing NGR: TQ5297737717

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