West Knighton Conservation Area

West Knighton is a small conservation area in England, covering approximately 4.9 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 15 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 4.9 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Parish Church of St PeterDT2 8PF
• Grade II Barn and Attached Yard Walls Immediately West of Church of St PeterDT2 8FW
• Grade II Church CottageDT2 8PF
• Grade II Granary Immediately East of West Knighton FarmhouseDT2 8PF
• Grade II Higher Lewell FarmhouseDT2 8UA
• Grade II Meer Monument 5 Metres North of Nave of Church of St PeterDT2 8PF
• Grade II Old School House and Old SchoolDT2 8PF
• Grade II Rose CottageDT2 8PE
• Grade II Smithy, Middle Angel and Steps CottagesDT2 8PF
• Grade II Sunnyside and Wayside CottagesDT2 8PE
• Grade II The CottageDT2 8PE
• Grade II The New InnDT2 8PE
• Grade II Three Cottages Attached at Right Angles to Higher FarmhouseDT2 8UA
• Grade II West Knighton FarmhouseDT2 8PF
• Grade II Yoah CottageDT2 8PE

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Whitcombe1.6 km
• West Stafford2.2 km
• Warmwell2.6 km
• Poxwell3.7 km
• Stinsford and Lower Bockhampton3.9 km
• Owermoigne4.4 km
• Sutton Poyntz4.6 km
• Osmington4.7 km

About West Knighton Conservation Area

Is my property in West Knighton Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in West Knighton?

Properties in West Knighton 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