Grade II listed · Chorley

Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge)

Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge) is a Grade II listed building in Chorley, first listed on 21 February 1984. It is one of 404 Grade II entries among 434 listed buildings in Chorley; 36% of Chorley’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameCanal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge)
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1072629
Date first listed21 February 1984
Local planning authorityChorley
Location53.65975, -2.61429 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1072629

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Chorley will require for your works on Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge), 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.

Listed buildings near Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge)

Frequently asked questions

Is Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge) listed?
Yes. Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge) is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1072629, first listed on 21 February 1984. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Canal Bridge Number 78 (Bagganley Bridge)?
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.