Lyme Park Conservation Area

Lyme Park is one of the largest conservation areas in England, covering approximately 634.6 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1997, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 20 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 634.6 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Lyme ParkSK12 2NX
• Grade II* The CageSK12 2NU
• Grade II* The LanternSK12 2NU
• Grade II* The OrangerySK12 2NX
• Grade II Chestnut Cottages and Estate WorkshopsSK12 2NX
• Grade II Gate Piers, Gates and Railings, 48 Metres North of North Front of Lyme ParkSK12 2NX
• Grade II Gate Piers to Lyme ParkSK12 2NR
• Grade II Hamper's BridgeSK12 2NU
• Grade II Lodge and Gatepiers and Gates on Lyme Park DriveSK12 2LR
• Grade II Pair of Gardener's Cottages at Lyme ParkSK12 2NU
• Grade II Shepherd's CottageSK10 5SG
• Grade II Terrace Revetment Walls, Up to 50 Metres to the West of Lyme ParkSK12 2NX
• Grade II Terrace Wall and Steps in Front of the OrangerySK12 2NX
• Grade II The Dark Passage, Joining the Orangery to Lyme ParkSK12 2NX
• Grade II The Kennels in Lyme ParkSK12 2NU
• Grade II The Meat Safe; 20 Metres North of OrangerySK12 2NX
• Grade II The Pheasant House in Lyme ParkSK12 2NU
• Grade II The Stables at Lyme ParkSK12 2NU
• Grade II Wellhead at Centre of Lyme Park's CourtyardSK12 2NX
• Grade II West Parkgate FarmhouseSK10 5SG

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Kettleshulme3.2 km
• Pott Shrigley3.7 km
• Macclesfield Canal4.4 km
• New Mills4.7 km
• Brook Bottom4.8 km
• Brook Bottom4.8 km
• Whaley Bridge4.9 km
• Whitle5.8 km

About Lyme Park Conservation Area

Is my property in Lyme Park Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Lyme Park?

Properties in Lyme Park 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