Holy Island Conservation Area

Holy Island is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 480.9 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. Within the conservation area there are 24 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 480.9 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 MaryTD15 2RX
• Grade I Lindisfarne CastleTD15 2SH
• Grade I Lindisfarne PrioryTD15 2RX
• Grade II* Holy Island War MemorialTD15 2RX
• Grade II 1, St Cuthbert's SquareTD15 2SR
• Grade II Bamburgh View CottagesTD15 2SR
• Grade II Cross Base C 5 Yards East of Church of St MaryTD15 2RX
• Grade II Falkland HouseTD15 2SL
• Grade II Farne ViewTD15 2SJ
• Grade II Links ViewTD15 2SG
• Grade II Northumberland ArmsTD15 2SJ
• Grade II North ViewTD15 2SU
• Grade II Palace HouseTD15 2SW
• Grade II Sally's CottageTD15 2SJ
• Grade II Seaburn HouseTD15 2SG
• Grade II Stable and Tower at Snook HouseTD15 2SS
• Grade II St OswaldsTD15 2SP
• Grade II Sutton (?) Memorial C 25 Yards South-West of Church of St MaryTD15 2RX
• Grade II The Farne House and Attached CottageTD15 2SJ
• Grade II The Iron RailsTD15 2SG

View all 24 listed buildings →

Nearby Conservation Areas

• Belford9 km
• Bamburgh9.9 km
• Spittal14.5 km
• North Sunderland14.5 km
• Seahouses14.6 km
• Berwick-Upon-Tweed15.9 km
• Tweedmouth16 km
• Chatton16.1 km

About Holy Island Conservation Area

Is my property in Holy Island Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in Holy Island?

Properties in Holy Island 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