Westhoughton Conservation Area
Westhoughton is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 5.6 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1981, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area includes 6 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.
At 5.6 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II 110 and 112, Market StreetBL5 3RA
- Grade II Memorial to Those Killed in the Pretoria Pit Disaster Approx.127m North West of St Bartholomew's ChurchBL5 2BE
- Grade II Sundial Approx 17m to South of Church of St BartholomewBL5 3RA
- Grade II Tower of Church of St BartholomewBL5 3RA
- Grade II Westhoughton Church of England Primary SchoolBL5 3NZ
- Grade II Westhoughton War Memorial Including Steps and Rear Wall.BL5 3RA
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Howe Bridge, Atherton3.6 km
- Hindley Town Centre3.8 km
- Market Place, Atherton3.8 km
- Deane Village4.7 km
- Chorley New Road4.7 km
- Horwich Locomotive Works4.8 km
- Tyldesley Town Centre5.6 km
- Haigh Village, Haigh5.7 km
About Westhoughton Conservation Area
- Is my property in Westhoughton Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Westhoughton Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Westhoughton?
- Properties in Westhoughton 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