Ashbourne Conservation Area

Ashbourne is a mid-sized conservation area in England, covering approximately 22.2 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1968, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 149 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 22.2 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Old Grammar SchoolDE6 1AP
• Grade I Parish Church of St OswaldDE6 1AN
• Grade I The Mansion Including Coach House WallDE6 1AP
• Grade II* 20 and 22, Market PlaceDE6 1ES
• Grade II* 37-39 St John's StreetDE6 1GR
• Grade II* Church of St John with Street Railings, Gates, Piers and Front StepsDE6 1EX
• Grade II* Churchyard Gate Piers and Gates to the Parish Church of St OswaldDE6 1AN
• Grade II* Dove HouseDE6 1FF
• Grade II* Owlfields AlmshousesDE6 1AJ
• Grade II* Pegg's AlmshousesDE6 1AJ
• Grade II* Smiths Wine TavernDE6 1GH
• Grade II* Summer House in Grounds of Mansion HouseDE6 1AQ
• Grade II* The Green Man and Black's Head Hotel, Attached Inn Sign Bridging RoadDE6 1GG
• Grade II* The Grey HouseDE6 1AP
• Grade II 10, Dig StreetDE6 1GF
• Grade II 10, Victoria SquareDE6 1EU
• Grade II 11, Buxton RoadDE6 1EX
• Grade II 11, Dig StreetDE6 1GF
• Grade II 12 and 14, Buxton RoadDE6 1EX
• Grade II 12 and 14, Church StreetDE6 1AE

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Callow Hall0.9 km
• Mapleton1.8 km
• Church Mayfield2.7 km
• Middle Mayfield3.4 km
• Osmaston3.5 km
• Fenny Bentley3.6 km
• Snelston3.9 km
• Thorpe4.3 km

About Ashbourne Conservation Area

Is my property in Ashbourne Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Ashbourne?

Properties in Ashbourne Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees