Darwen Town Centre Conservation Area
Darwen Town Centre is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 16.5 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1995, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area includes 6 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.
At 16.5 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II* Church of St PeterBB3 3HR
- Grade II Belgrave ChapelBB3 1BU
- Grade II Boer War MemorialBB3 1BT
- Grade II Darwen Library and Theatre, and Attached RailingsBB3 3BU
- Grade II Pair of Former Tram Shelters and Attached Railings Enclosing Centre of SquareBB3 1BT
- Grade II The Old ChapelBB3 2RG
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Hoddlesden2.3 km
- Abbey Village5.3 km
- Griffin5.5 km
- Darwen Street5.7 km
- King Street5.8 km
- Cathedral5.8 km
- Northgate6.1 km
- Richmond Terrace6.2 km
About Darwen Town Centre Conservation Area
- Is my property in Darwen Town Centre Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Darwen Town Centre Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Darwen Town Centre?
- Properties in Darwen Town Centre 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