Severn Gorge Conservation Area

Severn Gorge is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 461 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1971 during the initial wave of conservation area protection, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 252 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 461 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Note: There are 2 conservation areas with this name in the UK.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I The Iron BridgeTF8 7JP
• Grade I The Old Furnace at Coalbrookdale IronworksTF8 7EL
• Grade II* Church of Holy TrintyTF8 7DU
• Grade II* Church of St MichaelTF7 5DN
• Grade II* Coalbrookdale Institute (Premises of Yha)TF8 7NR
• Grade II* Coalport BridgeTF8 7JA
• Grade II* Former Coalport ChinaworksTF8 7HT
• Grade II* Gatepiers West of the Old VicarageTF7 5BN
• Grade II* Rose CottageTF8 7NP
• Grade II* Rosehill HouseTF8 7EW
• Grade II* Severn Wharf Building (Premises of Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust)TF8 7NH
• Grade II* Snapper FurnaceTF8 7DX
• Grade II* The Bedlam FurnaceTF8 7QY
• Grade II* The Market BuildingsTF8 7AQ
• Grade II* The Old HallTF7 5BS
• Grade II* The Old VicarageTF7 5BN
• Grade II* The Tontine HotelTF8 7AL
• Grade II* The Valley HotelTF8 7EG
• Grade II* Warehouse with Clock TowerTF8 7DQ
• Grade II 10 Church HillTF8 7PW

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Severn Gorge1.1 km
• Broseley1.6 km
• Horsehay and Spring Village3.9 km
• Kemberton4.9 km
• Norton5.7 km
• Much Wenlock6.8 km
• Shifnal7.7 km
• Haughton7.9 km

About Severn Gorge Conservation Area

Is my property in Severn Gorge Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Severn Gorge Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Severn Gorge?

Properties in Severn Gorge 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