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Northumberland County Council

Berwick-upon-Tweed conservation area

Berwick-upon-Tweed is a conservation area of about 106.9 hectares managed by Northumberland County Council, designated on 6 August 1970. It contains 263 listed buildings (16 Grade I, 20 Grade II* and 227 Grade II). An Article 4 direction covers part of it, so even small changes can need permission. 5 tree preservation zones overlap it.

Size106.9 haInside the boundary
Designated19706 August 1970
Listed buildings26316 Grade I, 20 Grade II* and 227 Grade II
Article 41Directions overlap
Tree zones5Protected tree zones

Berwick-upon-Tweed boundary

Listed buildings inside Berwick-upon-Tweed

263 listed buildings lie inside the boundary: 16 Grade I, 20 Grade II* and 227 Grade II. The highest graded are shown here, each linked to its official Historic England entry.

BuildingGrade
Bell Tower and Remains of Town WallsI
Berwick Castle (Fragments, Including Towers and Walls and Steps)I
Berwick Castle Ruins of the Constable Tower (Part of Berwick Castle)I
Church of Holy TrinityI
Clock House Building, Berwick Barracks MuseumI

And 258 more listed buildings. Check an exact address above to see the ones near it.

Article 4 directions in Berwick-upon-Tweed

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An Article 4 direction removes some permitted development rights in a defined area. Each direction covers only the kinds of work it names, for example windows, doors, porches, painting the front, front walls, basements or changes of use. Read the council's direction to see exactly what this one covers.

Council documents for Berwick-upon-Tweed

Published by Northumberland County Council. Appraisals describe what makes the area special and what the council expects from changes.

What needs planning permission in Berwick-upon-Tweed

Houses in Berwick-upon-Tweed have fewer permitted development rights than houses elsewhere. Side extensions, roof extensions, cladding, two storey rear extensions and sheds beside the house need planning permission, and trees need 6 weeks notice before work.

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Nearby conservation areas

Other conservation areas in Northumberland County Council