Isles of Scilly Conservation Area
Isles of Scilly is one of the largest conservation areas in England, covering approximately 2285.1 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1975 during the initial wave of conservation area protection, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 129 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.
At 2285.1 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade I Bastions and Walls of Star CastleTR21 0JA
- Grade I Outer Walls and GatewayTR21 0PP
- Grade I Powder Magazine and Blast WallsTR21 0PP
- Grade I Star Castle HotelTR21 0JA
- Grade II* Cromwells CastleTR24 0QL
- Grade II* Gatehouse CottageTR21 0PP
- Grade II* King Charles' CastleTR24 0QB
- Grade II* Newman HouseTR21 0JA
- Grade II* St Agnes LighthouseTR22 0PL
- Grade II* The Day MarkTR25 0QL
- Grade II* The Guard HouseTR21 0PP
- Grade II* The Old Church of St MaryTR21 0PA
- Grade II 1-10, Higher StrandTR21 0PU
- Grade II 1 and 2, Trinity CottagesTR21 0LS
- Grade II 1, Well LaneTR21 0JD
- Grade II 3, Garrison HillTR21 0JH
- Grade II Ashvale FarmhouseTR25 0QW
- Grade II Atlantic CottageTR22 0PL
- Grade II Avenue HouseTR22 0PL
- Grade II Bank House Pentlands Flats Scillonia Shop Occupied by Michael GrayTR21 0HY
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About Isles of Scilly Conservation Area
- Is my property in Isles of Scilly Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Isles of Scilly Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Isles of Scilly?
- Properties in Isles of Scilly 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.
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