Grade II listed · Dorset

East Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741

East Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741 is a Grade II listed building in Dorset, first listed on 17 May 1993. It is one of 8,488 Grade II entries among 9,210 listed buildings in Dorset; 96% of Dorset’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameEast Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1281863
Date first listed17 May 1993
Local planning authorityDorset
Location50.56540, -2.43278 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1281863

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Dorset will require for your works on East Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

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 East Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741 listed?
Yes. East Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741 is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1281863, first listed on 17 May 1993. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to East Weare Batteries at Sy 694 741?
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.