Rousham Conservation Area
Rousham is one of the largest conservation areas in England, covering approximately 757.4 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. Within the conservation area there are 49 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.
At 757.4 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade I Tithe Barn Approximately 30 Metres South of Manor FarmhouseOX25 5LQ
- Grade II* Church of St MaryOX25 5LQ
- Grade II* Church of St MaryOX25 5NZ
- Grade II* Cuttle MillOX25 4SW
- Grade II* Eyecatcher at Sp 4828 2603OX25 4SG
- Grade II* Heyford Bridge That Part in the Parish of Lower HeyfordOX25 5PB
- Grade II 105, Freehold StreetOX25 5PQ
- Grade II 15-22, High StreetOX25 5LT
- Grade II 47, Freehold StreetOX25 5PG
- Grade II 50, Freehold StreetOX25 5PG
- Grade II 80, Freehold StreetOX25 5NT
- Grade II 86, Freehold StreetOX25 5NT
- Grade II 93, Freehold StreetOX25 5PQ
- Grade II Barn Approximately 10 Metres South East of Two Trees FarmhouseOX25 5LD
- Grade II Barrett Memorial Approximately 8 Metres South East of Chancel of Church of St MaryOX25 5NZ
- Grade II Bridge 1.7 Kilometres North of Dashwood LockOX25 4QX
- Grade II Bridge Approximately 500 Metres North of Allen's Lock (Not Included)OX25 5NQ
- Grade II Bridge at Junction with Station Road, Plus Approach WallsOX25 5PD
- Grade II Canal Cottage and Attached RailingsOX25 5PD
- Grade II Cartshed Approximately 50 Metres South of Two Trees FarmhouseOX25 5LD
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Nearby Conservation Areas
- Steeple Aston1.8 km
- Raf Upper Heyford2.6 km
- Somerton3.3 km
- North Aston3.8 km
- Duns Tew4.6 km
- Fritwell5.2 km
- Tackley5.2 km
- Oxford Canal5.2 km
About Rousham Conservation Area
- Is my property in Rousham Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Rousham Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Rousham?
- Properties in Rousham 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