Falmouth Conservation Area

Falmouth is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 199.5 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1969, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 200 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 199.5 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Little Dennis Blockhouse, Pendennis CastleTR11 4WZ
• Grade I Pendennis CastleTR11 4WZ
• Grade II* 1, 2 and 3, Bank PlaceTR11 4AT
• Grade II* 48, Arwenack StreetTR11 3JH
• Grade II* 51, High StreetTR11 2UG
• Grade II* 54 and 55, Church StreetTR11 3DS
• Grade II* Arwenack House Arwenack ManorTR11 3LD
• Grade II* Church of All SaintsTR11 3PX
• Grade II* Church of King Charles the Martyr the Church InstituteTR11 3DX
• Grade II* Custom House and Rear Courtyard WallsTR11 3JQ
• Grade II* Custom House Quay King Charles Quay North Quay Quay Walls and StepsTR11 3JT
• Grade II* Polytechnic HallTR11 3DL
• Grade II* The Old Town HallTR11 2UE
• Grade II* The Storehouse, Pendennis CastleTR11 4LP
• Grade II 10 and 12, Quay HillTR11 3HG
• Grade II 10, Church StreetTR11 3DH
• Grade II 11 and 12, Market StrandTR11 3DE
• Grade II 11, Arwenack StreetTR11 3JA
• Grade II 11, Swanpool StreetTR11 3HU
• Grade II 12 and 13, Arwenack StreetTR11 3JD

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Flushing1.6 km
• Penryn3.4 km
• St Mawes3.8 km
• Mylor Bridge4 km
• Gerrans6.9 km
• Devoran7 km
• Perranarworthal7.2 km
• Portscatho7.3 km

About Falmouth Conservation Area

Is my property in Falmouth Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in Falmouth?

Properties in Falmouth 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