High Wych Conservation Area

High Wych is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 10.6 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1990, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 16 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 10.6 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* Parish Church of St James the GreatCM21 0JA
• Grade II Bakers Farm HouseCM21 0JL
• Grade II Beth GilboaCM21 0JN
• Grade II Former Stable Block at Bakers FarmCM21 0JL
• Grade II High Wych GrangeCM21 0JA
• Grade II Holly Tree Cottage and Path CottageCM21 0JP
• Grade II Old School at High Wych Jmi School (North East Block)CM21 0JB
• Grade II School HouseCM21 0JB
• Grade II Stanley Cottage and Daisy CottageCM21 0JP
• Grade II Thatched Building at South Side of Junction with High Wych LaneCM21 0HZ
• Grade II The Four LanternsCM21 0JP
• Grade II The Half Moon Public HouseCM21 0HY
• Grade II The Thatched CottageCM21 0JN
• Grade II Vine Cottage Opposite Post OfficeCM21 0JJ
• Grade II Wall and Gates Alongside Road at Parish Church of St James and School HouseCM21 0JA
• Grade II Wychcroft CottagesCM21 0HY

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Sawbridgeworth2.1 km
• Lower Sheering2.7 km
• Green Tye4.5 km
• Hunsdon4.6 km
• Widford4.7 km
• Much Hadham5.9 km
• Matching Tye5.9 km
• Matching6.5 km

About High Wych Conservation Area

Is my property in High Wych Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in High Wych?

Properties in High Wych 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