Grade II* listed · Rochdale

Rough Bank Farmhouse

Rough Bank Farmhouse is a Grade II* listed building in Rochdale, first listed on 24 January 1967. It is one of 21 Grade II* entries among 359 listed buildings in Rochdale; 11% of Rochdale’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameRough Bank Farmhouse
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1240266
Date first listed24 January 1967
Local planning authorityRochdale
Location53.60741, -2.08130 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1240266

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Rochdale will require for your works on Rough Bank Farmhouse, 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 Rough Bank Farmhouse

Frequently asked questions

Is Rough Bank Farmhouse listed?
Yes. Rough Bank Farmhouse is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1240266, first listed on 24 January 1967. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Rough Bank Farmhouse?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Rochdale, 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.