Benington Conservation Area

Benington is a mid-sized conservation area in England, covering approximately 20.5 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1968, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 23 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 20.5 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Parish Church of St PeterSG2 7BS
• Grade I Remains of Benington Castle (in Grounds of the Lordship 15 Metres to South East of House)SG2 7BS
• Grade II* Benington Bury and PeterscourtSG2 7LN
• Grade II* Benington LordshipSG2 7BS
• Grade II* The Bell Public HouseSG2 7LA
• Grade II 11, Church GreenSG2 7LH
• Grade II 1, 3 and 5, Church GreenSG2 7LH
• Grade II 15, Church GreenSG2 7LH
• Grade II 1 and 3, Duck LaneSG2 7LJ
• Grade II 1, Walkern RoadSG2 7LJ
• Grade II 38, 40 and 42, Walkern RoadSG2 7LP
• Grade II 7, Church GreenSG2 7LH
• Grade II 9 and 11, Town LaneSG2 7LA
• Grade II 9, Church GreenSG2 7LH
• Grade II Barn at Dragons Green (25 Metres to North North West of House)SG2 7LS
• Grade II Dragons Green (at Corner of Old School Green)SG2 7LP
• Grade II Grotto at Peterscourt (25 Metres to East South East of House)SG2 7LN
• Grade II House at Benington Bury FarmSG2 7LN
• Grade II Lych Gate at St Peter's Church (100 Metres to East North East of Chancel)SG2 7LH
• Grade II Numbers 5 and 7 (Old Joiners)SG2 7LH

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Walkern2.6 km
• Aston2.7 km
• Wood End3.3 km
• Ardeley3.6 km
• Moor Green4 km
• Shephall Green4.3 km
• Broadwater (Marymead)4.7 km
• Watton at Stone4.7 km

About Benington Conservation Area

Is my property in Benington Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Benington?

Properties in Benington 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