Grade II listed · Chorley

Tan Pits Farmhouse

Tan Pits Farmhouse is a Grade II listed building in Chorley, first listed on 30 January 1987. It is one of 404 Grade II entries among 434 listed buildings in Chorley; 65% of Chorley’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameTan Pits Farmhouse
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1072562
Date first listed30 January 1987
Local planning authorityChorley
Location53.61710, -2.57353 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1072562

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Chorley will require for your works on Tan Pits Farmhouse, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

What the grade means for works

Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tan Pits Farmhouse listed?
Yes. Tan Pits Farmhouse is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1072562, first listed on 30 January 1987. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Tan Pits Farmhouse?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Chorley, 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.