Grade II listed · Dorset

The Old Thatch

The Old Thatch is a Grade II listed building in Dorset, first listed on 2 June 1986. It is one of 8,488 Grade II entries among 9,210 listed buildings in Dorset; 88% of Dorset’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
Field	Value
Name	The Old Thatch
Grade	Grade II — special interest
List entry number	1119291
Date first listed	2 June 1986
Local planning authority	Dorset
Location	50.83962, -2.60866 (map)
Official record	Historic England list entry 1119291

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Dorset will require for your works on The Old Thatch, 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 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 The Old Thatch

Name	Grade	Distance
Church of St Osmond	II*	132 m
Tess Cottage	II	137 m
Three Unidentified Monuments in the Churchyard 4-6 Metres South-East of Chancel of Church of St Osmund	II	139 m
The Acorn Inn	II	139 m
32 34 36, Fore Street	II	140 m
West Hill Farmhouse	II	162 m
33 and 35, Fore Street	II	163 m
2 and 3, Tanyard	II	167 m
The Mansion	II*	168 m
Sunnyside	II	175 m

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Thatch listed?

Yes. The Old Thatch is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1119291, first listed on 2 June 1986. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.

Do I need consent for works to The Old Thatch?

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.