Higherford Conservation Area

Higherford is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 8.7 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1981, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 18 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 8.7 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* Higherford Old BridgeBB9 6AG
• Grade II 13-17, ForesideBB9 6AB
• Grade II 195-211, Gisburn RoadBB9 6JD
• Grade II 239-247, Gisburn RoadBB9 6JL
• Grade II Barn at Park HillBB9 6JD
• Grade II Barrowford BridgeBB9 6JD
• Grade II Clerk's HouseBB9 6JD
• Grade II Crowtree CottageBB9 6AB
• Grade II Crowtrees Farmhouse, Barn, Associated Cobble Surface and Stone Water TankBB9 6AD
• Grade II Cruck Barn at Pendle Heritage CentreBB9 6JQ
• Grade II FoldBB9 6JL
• Grade II FoldBB9 6JH
• Grade II George and Dragon Public HouseBB9 6JD
• Grade II Higherford MillBB9 6JN
• Grade II Higherford Mill ChimneyBB9 6JN
• Grade II Number 1 Fold and Numbers 2, 4 and 6 Holt SquareBB9 6JJ
• Grade II Park HillBB9 6JD
• Grade II Toll HouseBB9 6JD

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Barrowford0.5 km
• Greenfield, Colne1.4 km
• Primet Bridge, Colne1.7 km
• Carr Hall and Wheatley Lane Road, Barrowford2.2 km
• Carr Hall Road, Barrowford2.3 km
• Whitefield, Nelson2.4 km
• Albert Road, Colne2.5 km
• Lomeshaye Industrial Hamlet, Nelson2.5 km

About Higherford Conservation Area

Is my property in Higherford Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in Higherford?

Properties in Higherford 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