Whitehaven Hensingham Conservation Area
Whitehaven Hensingham is a small conservation area in England, covering approximately 2 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1975 during the initial wave of conservation area protection, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area includes 6 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.
At 2 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II 38-48, Main StreetCA28 8RF
- Grade II 4-8, Garden VillasCA28 8QS
- Grade II 88, Main StreetCA28 8QX
- Grade II 89,90,92,93,94,95, Main StreetCA28 8QX
- Grade II 96-99, Main StreetCA28 8RG
- Grade II Coach House Adjoining No 37CA28 8QX
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Whitehaven Corkickle0.8 km
- Whitehaven Town Centre1.8 km
- Cleator Moor3.8 km
- St Bees5.1 km
- Egremont6.6 km
- Beckermet10.6 km
- Portland Square, Workington11.9 km
- St Michaels, Workington12.1 km
About Whitehaven Hensingham Conservation Area
- Is my property in Whitehaven Hensingham Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Whitehaven Hensingham Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Whitehaven Hensingham?
- Properties in Whitehaven Hensingham 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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