Hertford Conservation Area

Hertford is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 276.2 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1967, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 277 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 276.2 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Church of St LeonardSG14 3JR
• Grade I Gatehouse to Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished)SG14 1HR
• Grade I Hertford Quaker Meeting HouseSG14 1EH
• Grade I Shire HallSG14 1DQ
• Grade II* 130, Fore StreetSG14 1AJ
• Grade II* 2, St Andrew StreetSG14 1HX
• Grade II* 3-11, Fore Street (See Details for Further Address Information)SG14 1DE
• Grade II* 42, Fore StreetSG14 1AW
• Grade II* Bailey HallSG14 1EN
• Grade II* Bailey Walls, North East Range to Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished)SG14 1EF
• Grade II* Bailey Walls, South East Range to Hertford Castle (Hertford Castle Demolished)SG14 1HD
• Grade II* Beadle HouseSG14 1DT
• Grade II* Bengeo HallSG14 3LL
• Grade II* Bengeo Hall StablesSG14 3JS
• Grade II* Bridgeman HouseSG13 8EZ
• Grade II* Cecil HouseSG14 1JA
• Grade II* Church of All Saints with St JohnSG13 8AF
• Grade II* County Hall Including Terraces and FountainSG13 8DF
• Grade II* Lombard HouseSG14 1EE
• Grade II* North Road HouseSG14 1LT

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Hertingfordbury1.9 km
• Little Amwell2.9 km
• East End Green3.4 km
• Ware3.7 km
• Great Amwell4.7 km
• Brickendon4.7 km
• Tewin5.6 km
• Little Berkhamsted5.6 km

About Hertford Conservation Area

Is my property in Hertford Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in Hertford?

Properties in Hertford 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