Grade II* listed · Somerset

Gatehouse to Cathanger

Gatehouse to Cathanger is a Grade II* listed building in Somerset, first listed on 17 April 1959. It is one of 789 Grade II* entries among 11,742 listed buildings in Somerset; 9% of Somerset’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameGatehouse to Cathanger
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1249561
Date first listed17 April 1959
Local planning authoritySomerset
Location51.00130, -2.93915 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1249561

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Somerset will require for your works on Gatehouse to Cathanger, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gatehouse to Cathanger listed?
Yes. Gatehouse to Cathanger is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1249561, first listed on 17 April 1959. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Gatehouse to Cathanger?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Somerset, 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.