Swaledale and Arkengarthdale Barns and Walls Conservation Area

Swaledale and Arkengarthdale barns and walls is one of the largest conservation areas in England, covering approximately 7171.4 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1989, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 188 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 7171.4 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Church of St AndrewDL11 6HL
• Grade II* Blackburn HallDL11 6HH
• Grade II* Church of Saint MaryDL11 6QG
• Grade II* Draycott HallDL11 6AW
• Grade II* Ivelet BridgeDL11 6JH
• Grade II* Low Whita (Bells) Farm (East)DL11 6NT
• Grade II* Low Whita (Bells) Farm (West)DL11 6NT
• Grade II* Old Powder MagazineDL11 6RQ
• Grade II* Oxnop HallDL11 6JJ
• Grade II* ParadiseDL11 6NB
• Grade II 1, 2 and 3, Hillary TerraceDL11 6TG
• Grade II 2, Silver StreetDL11 6SR
• Grade II 8, Silver StreetDL11 6SB
• Grade II Ad CottageDL11 6AW
• Grade II Ad HouseDL11 6AW
• Grade II Angram FarmDL11 6DT
• Grade II Aygill FarmhouseDL11 6DY
• Grade II Bank Heads East and BarnDL11 6NJ
• Grade II Bank Heads West and ByreDL11 6NJ
• Grade II Barf EndDL11 6PU

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Gunnerside1.5 km
• Muker5 km
• Thwaite6.6 km
• Reeth8.2 km
• Askrigg8.6 km
• Bainbridge9.7 km
• Castle Bolton11.2 km
• Carperby11.2 km

About Swaledale and Arkengarthdale Barns and Walls Conservation Area

Is my property in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale Barns and Walls Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale Barns and Walls?

Properties in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale Barns and Walls 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.

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