Wirksworth Conservation Area
Wirksworth is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 170.2 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 91 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.
At 170.2 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 MaryDE4 4DP
- Grade II* 15, Market PlaceDE4 4ET
- Grade II* 1 Coldwell StreetDE4 4NR
- Grade II* Babington HouseDE4 4EN
- Grade II* Grammar SchoolDE4 4EZ
- Grade II* Old Manor HouseDE4 4FB
- Grade II* The Gate HouseDE4 4DL
- Grade II* The Red Lion HotelDE4 4NR
- Grade II 10, 12 and 14 St Johns StreetDE4 4DN
- Grade II 10 and 12, North EndDE4 4FB
- Grade II 10, Market PlaceDE4 4ET
- Grade II 11, Market PlaceDE4 4ET
- Grade II 12 and 14, Coldwell StreetDE4 4FB
- Grade II 12, Market PlaceDE4 4ET
- Grade II 1-3, Blind LaneDE4 4FB
- Grade II 1-3, Green HillDE4 4ET
- Grade II 13, West EndDE4 4ET
- Grade II 14, 15 and 15a the CausewayDE4 4DR
- Grade II 15, Coldwell StreetDE4 4NR
- Grade II 15, St Johns StreetDE4 4DR
View all 91 listed buildings →
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Bolehill0.9 km
- Gorsey Bank1.1 km
- Middleton-by-Wirksworth1.8 km
- Cromford3 km
- Castle Top, Lea Bridge and High Peak Junction3.1 km
- Carsington and Hopton3.7 km
- Alderwasley4 km
- Dethick, Lea and Holloway4.1 km
About Wirksworth Conservation Area
- Is my property in Wirksworth Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Wirksworth Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Wirksworth?
- Properties in Wirksworth 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