Grade II* listed · Cherwell

The Beeches

The Beeches is a Grade II* listed building in Cherwell, first listed on 28 January 1981. It is one of 102 Grade II* entries among 2,327 listed buildings in Cherwell; 32% of Cherwell’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe Beeches
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1046834
Date first listed28 January 1981
Local planning authorityCherwell
Location52.08262, -1.45152 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1046834

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Cherwell will require for your works on The Beeches, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

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What the grade means for works

Grade II* buildings are particularly important buildings of more than special interest — about 5.8% of listed buildings. Applications for listed building consent are notified to Historic England.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

Listed buildings near The Beeches

NameGradeDistance
The BeechesII21 m
Headstone Dated 1662 Approximately 20 Metres South West of South Aisle, Church of St MichaelII78 m
Group of Chest Tomb Dated 1683 and 1695 and Headstone Dated 1715 Approximately 12 Metres and 13 Metres South of South Aisle, Church of St MichaelII83 m
Gardeners CottageII84 m
The Old Rectory and Attached WallII*85 m
Group of 2 Chest Tombs Approximately 7 Metres West of West End of Church of St MichaelII87 m
Manor FarmhouseII92 m
Church of St MichaelI97 m
Pump Outside Pump Cottage (Not Included)II105 m
Alkerton HouseII123 m

Frequently asked questions

Is The Beeches listed?
Yes. The Beeches is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1046834, first listed on 28 January 1981. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The Beeches?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Cherwell, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.