Instow Conservation Area

Instow is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 12.7 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1973 during the initial wave of conservation area protection, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 18 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 12.7 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II 1 and 2, the BalconiesEX39 4JA
• Grade II 1, the QuayEX39 4HZ
• Grade II Bath TerraceEX39 4JL
• Grade II Bryher HouseEX39 4JW
• Grade II Galsworthy House, Including Front Garden RailingsEX39 4JA
• Grade II Instow Quay JettyEX39 4JP
• Grade II Instow Signal BoxEX39 4HX
• Grade II K6 Telephone KioskEX39 4JA
• Grade II Methodist ChapelEX39 4JG
• Grade II Orchard HouseEX39 4JW
• Grade II Pilton CottageEX39 4JW
• Grade II Quay CottageEX39 4HZ
• Grade II Quay CottagesEX39 4HZ
• Grade II Quay House, Including Front Garden RailingsEX39 4JA
• Grade II Sandlea the Anchorage HotelEX39 4HX
• Grade II Sea View, and North Yeo, Including Shared Outbuilding to RearEX39 4JJ
• Grade II The RectoryEX39 4JR
• Grade II Torridge View, Including Front Garden RailingsEX39 4JA

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Appledore0.9 km
• Westleigh1.9 km
• Northam2.8 km
• Bideford4.4 km
• Bideford East4.4 km
• Fremington4.5 km
• Fremington Quay5 km
• Bideford (Clovelly Road)5 km

About Instow Conservation Area

Is my property in Instow Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Instow?

Properties in Instow 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