Folkestone Conservation Area

Folkestone is a mid-sized conservation area in England, covering approximately 84.2 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 95 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* 18 and 20, Church StreetCT20 1SE
• Grade II* Church of the Holy TrinityCT20 2FF
• Grade II* Folkestone War MemorialCT20 1TH
• Grade II* The Leas Lift, Including Waiting Rooms, Pump Room, Lower Station Tanks, Track, Cars, Wheel Houses, Tank Room, Upper Station Tunnel and RailingsCT20 2DR
• Grade II* The Parish Church of St Mary and St EanswytheCT20 1SW
• Grade II 10-15, Marine ParadeCT20 1SU
• Grade II 10, Clifton CrescentCT20 2ET
• Grade II 1-14, Marine CrescentCT20 1PS
• Grade II 11 and 12b, Clifton CrescentCT20 2EL
• Grade II 12-16, Church StreetCT20 1SE
• Grade II 12 and 14, Clifton CrescentCT20 2EP
• Grade II 12, the BayleCT20 1SQ
• Grade II 132, 134, Former Williams and Glyns Bank No 134a, Sandgate Road,CT20 2BW
• Grade II 149, Sandgate RoadCT20 2DA
• Grade II 14 and 16, the BayleCT20 1SQ
• Grade II 151, Sandgate RoadCT20 2DA
• Grade II 15 and 17, Clifton CrescentCT20 2EL
• Grade II 16 and 18, Clifton CrescentCT20 2EP
• Grade II 18 and 19, the LeasCT20 2DU
• Grade II 18, the BayleCT20 1SQ

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Sandgate High Street1.6 km
• Sandgate the Esplanade2.7 km
• Newington4.3 km
• Frogholt5 km
• Hythe6.1 km
• Saltwood6.4 km
• Etchinghill6.8 km
• Postling8.4 km

About Folkestone Conservation Area

Is my property in Folkestone Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Folkestone?

Properties in Folkestone 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