The Turret
The Turret is a Grade II* listed building in Dorset, first listed on 2 June 1986. It is one of 478 Grade II* entries among 9,210 listed buildings in Dorset; 88% of Dorset’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | The Turret |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1154965 |
| Date first listed | 2 June 1986 |
| Local planning authority | Dorset |
| Location | 50.85163, -2.60363 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1154965 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Dorset will require for your works on The Turret, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.
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 Turret
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melbury House | I | 49 m |
| Stable Yard Immediately North of Melbury House | I | 62 m |
| Garden Walls West of Melbury House | II | 100 m |
| Heel Monument 6 Metres North of North Transept of Church of St Mary | II | 124 m |
| Parish Church of St Mary | I | 132 m |
| Garden'S Cottage | II | 166 m |
| Bothy 10 Metres West of Garden'S Cottage | II | 184 m |
| Lodge Farmhouse | II | 478 m |
| Valley Cottage | II | 486 m |
| Lion Gate | II* | 822 m |