Grade II listed · Dorset

The stone gateway forming the north elevation of the gatehouse of the former Her Majesty's Prison Dorchester

The stone gateway forming the north elevation of the gatehouse of the former Her Majesty's Prison Dorchester is a Grade II listed building in Dorset, first listed on 8 May 1975. It is one of 8,488 Grade II entries among 9,210 listed buildings in Dorset; 46% of Dorset’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe stone gateway forming the north elevation of the gatehouse of the former Her Majesty's Prison Dorchester
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1119045
Date first listed8 May 1975
Local planning authorityDorset
Location50.71722, -2.43747 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1119045

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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 The stone gateway forming the north elevation of the gatehouse of the former Her Majesty's Prison Dorchester listed?
Yes. The stone gateway forming the north elevation of the gatehouse of the former Her Majesty's Prison Dorchester is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1119045, first listed on 8 May 1975. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The stone gateway forming the north elevation of the gatehouse of the former Her Majesty's Prison Dorchester?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Dorset, 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.