Southwell Conservation Area

Southwell is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 217 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1970 during the initial wave of conservation area protection, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 214 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 217 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Bishop's Manor and Remains of Bishop's PalaceNG25 0JR
• Grade I Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin with Attached Chapter HouseNG25 0JR
• Grade II* Cranfield House and Adjoining Garden WallsNG25 0HQ
• Grade II* Gateway and Flanking Walls at Minster ChurchyardNG25 0JJ
• Grade II* Saracen's Head HotelNG25 0JJ
• Grade II* The Residence and Vicars Court and Adjoining Boundary WallsNG25 0HP
• Grade II 10, WestgateNG25 0JN
• Grade II 11 and 13, Nottingham RoadNG25 0LQ
• Grade II 15, Nottingham RoadNG25 0LQ
• Grade II 15, WestgateNG25 0JN
• Grade II 18, WestgateNG25 0JN
• Grade II 19, WestgateNG25 0JN
• Grade II 20, WestgateNG25 0JU
• Grade II 23a, EasthorpeNG25 0HX
• Grade II 23a, WestgateNG25 0JN
• Grade II 24 and 28, WesthorpeNG25 0NQ
• Grade II 24, EasthorpeNG25 0HY
• Grade II 26 and 28, EasthorpeNG25 0HY
• Grade II 27 and 29, EasthorpeNG25 0HY
• Grade II 27 and 29, WestgateNG25 0JU

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Halloughton2.3 km
• Morton3.4 km
• Upton3.7 km
• Fiskerton4.5 km
• Bleasby4.5 km
• Kirklington4.5 km
• Thurgarton4.6 km
• Farnsfield6.1 km

About Southwell Conservation Area

Is my property in Southwell Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in Southwell?

Properties in Southwell 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