Cromford Conservation Area

Cromford is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 135.3 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 97 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 135.3 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Bridge at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Building 17 at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Building 18 at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Building 19 at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Building 23 at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Buildings 14, 15, 16 and the Bridge Link at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Buildings 1, 7 and the Remains of the Second Mill at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Buildings 26 and 21 at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Buildings 8, 9 and 10 and the Perimeter Wall at Cromford MillDE4 3RQ
• Grade I Parish Church of St MaryDE4 5JY
• Grade II* Bridge HouseDE4 5JY
• Grade II* Cromford Bridge (Over River Derwent)DE4 5JY
• Grade II* Greyhound HotelDE4 3QE
• Grade II* Masson MillsDE4 3PY
• Grade II* The Arkwright HousesDE4 3RG
• Grade II* The Arkwright Houses and Unnumbered House to Left of Number 1DE4 3RG
• Grade II* Willersley CastleDE4 5JH
• Grade II 100-110, Cromford HillDE4 3QU
• Grade II 114, Cromford HillDE4 3QU
• Grade II 116-122, Cromford HillDE4 3QU

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Matlock Bath1.3 km
• Castle Top, Lea Bridge and High Peak Junction1.5 km
• Bolehill2.1 km
• Matlock Dale2.1 km
• Bonsall2.3 km
• Bonsall2.3 km
• Riber2.3 km
• Middleton-by-Wirksworth2.3 km

About Cromford Conservation Area

Is my property in Cromford Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Cromford Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Cromford?

Properties in Cromford 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