Grade II* listed · Doncaster

The Friary and Friary Close

The Friary and Friary Close is a Grade II* listed building in Doncaster, first listed on 27 December 1962. It is one of 33 Grade II* entries among 798 listed buildings in Doncaster; 6% of Doncaster’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe Friary and Friary Close
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1286862
Date first listed27 December 1962
Local planning authorityDoncaster
Location53.42836, -1.11948 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1286862

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Doncaster will require for your works on The Friary and Friary Close, 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 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 Friary and Friary Close

NameGradeDistance
Arch Set in Garden Wall South West of the FriaryII27 m
Gate Piers and Arch to the FriaryII49 m
Friary CottageII56 m
RockhouseII238 m
Brook HouseII293 m
Garden house at north end of Brook House gardenII307 m
Garden Wall Along East Side of Brook House Garden from Brook House As Far North As the Paper Mill Dike, Then Along South Bank of Paper Mill DikeII308 m
85 and 87, WestgateII311 m
24, Pinfold LaneII320 m
Westfield HouseII416 m

Frequently asked questions

Is The Friary and Friary Close listed?
Yes. The Friary and Friary Close is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1286862, first listed on 27 December 1962. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The Friary and Friary Close?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Doncaster, 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.