Bowes Conservation Area

Bowes is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 16.2 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1984, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 21 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 16.2 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Bowes CastleDL12 9LE
• Grade II 1 and 2, the StreetDL12 9HR
• Grade II Annums FarmhouseDL12 9LG
• Grade II Base and Cross Shaft Fragment in the Garden of Cross HouseDL12 9LG
• Grade II Bowes and District Working Men's ClubDL12 9HR
• Grade II Bowes HallDL12 9HU
• Grade II Castle TerraceDL12 9LE
• Grade II Chest Tomb to William Thompson, 8 Metres West of Church of St GilesDL12 9LE
• Grade II Church of St GilesDL12 9LE
• Grade II Croft House Attached Extension and Sunny CroftDL12 9HR
• Grade II Cross House and Church ViewDL12 9LG
• Grade II Dotheboys Hall and Former Coach HouseDL12 9LL
• Grade II Forecourt Wall and Gatepiers in Front of the GroveDL12 9HN
• Grade II Garden Walls Gate Piers and Gates Adjoining South Front of Bowes HallDL12 9HU
• Grade II Headstone to Thomas Hanby, 1 Metre South of Church of St GilesDL12 9LE
• Grade II Headstone to William Shaw, 3 Metres North of Church of St GilesDL12 9HJ
• Grade II Prospect House and Archway to RightDL12 9LQ
• Grade II Table Tomb to Henry Bincks, 4 1/2 Metres West of Church of St GilesDL12 9LE
• Grade II The Ancient Unicorn Hotel and Attached Rear Wing (Shown on Os Map As Unicorn House)DL12 9HW
• Grade II The GroveDL12 9HN

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Lartington4.9 km
• Cotherstone6.4 km
• Barnard Castle6.5 km
• Romaldkirk8.6 km
• Greta Bridge9.2 km
• Barningham9.6 km
• Eggleston10 km
• Mickleton10.4 km

About Bowes Conservation Area

Is my property in Bowes Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Bowes?

Properties in Bowes 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