Wivenhoe Conservation Area

Wivenhoe is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 17.8 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 58 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 17.8 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Old Garrison HouseCO7 9BN
• Grade II* The Church of St MaryCO7 9BJ
• Grade II 10, Anchor Hill (See Details for Further Address Information)CO7 9BN
• Grade II 11 and 13, High StreetCO7 9BQ
• Grade II 12-18, Alma StreetCO7 9DL
• Grade II 15, 17 and 19, High StreetCO7 9BQ
• Grade II 17, 19 and 21, Alma StreetCO7 9DL
• Grade II 20-28, Alma StreetCO7 9DL
• Grade II 21 and 23, High StreetCO7 9BE
• Grade II 23, 25, 27 and 29, Alma StreetCO7 9DL
• Grade II 23, West StreetCO7 9BQ
• Grade II 2, 4, 6, 8 and 8a, High StreetCO7 9BJ
• Grade II 25, West StreetCO7 9BH
• Grade II 27, West StreetCO7 9BH
• Grade II 2, Alma StreetCO7 9BS
• Grade II 2, Rose LaneCO7 9BN
• Grade II 37, 39 and 41, High StreetCO7 9BE
• Grade II 4, 6 and 8, Alma StreetCO7 9BW
• Grade II 56, High StreetCO7 9AA
• Grade II 58, High StreetCO7 9AA

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Rowhedge0.9 km
• Fingringhoe1.6 km
• Colchester, Distillery Pond3.5 km
• Colchester, Hythe4.1 km
• New Town4.6 km
• Brightlingse Hall and All Saints Church4.7 km
• Garrison5.3 km
• Colchester Area 15.6 km

About Wivenhoe Conservation Area

Is my property in Wivenhoe Conservation Area?

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

What restrictions apply in Wivenhoe?

Properties in Wivenhoe 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