Rivington Conservation Area
Rivington is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 7.3 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1990, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area includes 6 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.
At 7.3 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II* Unitarian ChapelBL6 7SL
- Grade II Bellhouse About 10 Metres West of Rivington ChurchBL6 7SE
- Grade II Fisher HouseBL6 7SP
- Grade II Mounting Block in School Yard Circa 15 Metres West of Rivington SchoolBL6 7SE
- Grade II Rivington ChurchBL6 7SE
- Grade II Wilkinson's and Cottage Attached to RightBL6 7SP
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Horwich Town Centre2.9 km
- Wallsuches3.7 km
- Horwich Locomotive Works4 km
- White Coppice4.7 km
- St George's, Chorley5.2 km
- St Laurence's, Chorley5.5 km
- Haigh Village, Haigh6 km
- Mayflower, Standish6.5 km
About Rivington Conservation Area
- Is my property in Rivington Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Rivington Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Rivington?
- Properties in Rivington 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