Lynton Conservation Area

Lynton is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 8.6 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1986, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 30 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 8.6 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* Church of St Mary the VirginEX35 6HY
• Grade II* Methodist ChurchEX35 6BP
• Grade II* Town HallEX35 6HT
• Grade II Alford House HotelEX35 6AT
• Grade II Boundary Wall, Railings and War Memorial to South of Town HallEX35 6HT
• Grade II Boundary Walls, Piers, Railings and Gates to United Reformed ChurchEX35 6DB
• Grade II Church Hill HouseEX35 6HN
• Grade II Croft HouseEX35 6AP
• Grade II Croft HouseEX35 6HE
• Grade II Crown HotelEX35 6AG
• Grade II Former Royal Castle HotelEX35 6EA
• Grade II Gable Lodge SouthcliffeEX35 6EW
• Grade II Group of Four Headstones to South of South Aisle, Church of St MaryEX35 6HL
• Grade II Little Zephyr, Zephyr Cottage and Attached Boundary Walls to South EastEX35 6AJ
• Grade II Lyn HouseEX35 6AR
• Grade II Lynton Cottage HotelEX35 6ED
• Grade II Lynton Museum and Attached Boundary Walls and GateEX35 6AQ
• Grade II Piers and Boundary Wall to Royal Castle HotelEX35 6EA
• Grade II Retaining Wall, Gate and Steps to Alford House HotelEX35 6AT
• Grade II Royal Castle Lodge (Formerly the Lodge)EX35 6JD

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Lynmouth0.5 km
• Lower East Lyn1.9 km
• Parracombe6.6 km
• Combe Martin14.1 km
• Porlock Weir14.4 km
• Berrynarbor16.3 km
• Porlock16.9 km
• Bossington and West Lynch18.1 km

About Lynton Conservation Area

Is my property in Lynton Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Lynton?

Properties in Lynton 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