Shirburn Conservation Area
Shirburn is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 108.9 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 12 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.
At 108.9 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade I Shirburn CastleOX49 5DL
- Grade II* The Summer House (the Orangery)OX49 5DL
- Grade II 1-7, Blenheim RoadOX49 5DN
- Grade II Church of All SaintsOX49 5DL
- Grade II Garden Walls Approximately 130 Metres South of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DJ
- Grade II Gatehouse Approximately 85 Metres South of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DJ
- Grade II Icehouse Approximately 90 Metres South of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DL
- Grade II Lodge and Attached Wall Approximately 300 Metres South of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DQ
- Grade II Lower Farmhouse Shirburn CottageOX49 5DH
- Grade II Orangery Approximately 120 Metres North of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DL
- Grade II Rotunda Approximately, 125 Metres North of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DL
- Grade II Statue of Wrestlers Approximately 80 Metres North West of Shirburn CastleOX49 5DL
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Pyrton0.9 km
- Watlington1.7 km
- Lewknor2.5 km
- Cuxham3.1 km
- Brightwell Baldwin4.1 km
- Britwell Salome4.4 km
- Aston Rowant4.6 km
- Northend5.2 km
About Shirburn Conservation Area
- Is my property in Shirburn Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Shirburn Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Shirburn?
- Properties in Shirburn 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