Brancepeth Conservation Area

Brancepeth is a designated conservation area in England, protected for its special architectural or historic interest. It was designated on 5 April 1972. The area covers approximately 599.4 hectares.

At 599.4 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Brancepeth CastleDH7 8DF
• Grade I Church of St BrandonDH7 8DF
• Grade II* Quarry Hill and Adjoining OutbuildingDH7 8DW
• Grade II 10 11, the VillageDH7 8DG
• Grade II 1 2, Durham RoadDH7 8DQ
• Grade II 12, the VillageDH7 8DG
• Grade II 1, the VillageDH7 8DD
• Grade II 2 3 3a 4, the VillageDH7 8DD
• Grade II 2 Bastions and Terrace Wall 25 Metres West of Brancepeth CastleDH7 8DF
• Grade II 3 4, Durham RoadDH7 8DQ
• Grade II 5-9, the VillageDH7 8DG
• Grade II Bastion 30 Metres South of Brancepeth CastleDH7 8DF
• Grade II Brancepeth BridgeDH7 8DT
• Grade II Brancepeth War MemorialDH7 8DF
• Grade II Castle LodgeDH7 8DE
• Grade II Coach House 15 Metres North East of Number 12 the VillageDH7 8DG
• Grade II Driking Fountain in Wall to North East of Number 12, the VilllageDH7 8DG
• Grade II East Park Farmhouse with Outbuildings to RearDH7 8EG
• Grade II Entrance Screen to North East of Castle LodgeDH7 8DE
• Grade II Foster and Mills Slabs 4 Metres South of Church of St BrandonDH7 8DF

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Holywell2 km
• Brandon2.8 km
• Whitworth2.8 km
• Burnhall3.6 km
• Tudhoe3.6 km
• Sunderland Bridge4.3 km
• Hett5.3 km
• Crook6.4 km

About Brancepeth Conservation Area

Is my property in Brancepeth Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Brancepeth?

Properties in Brancepeth 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.

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