The Castle
The Castle is a Grade II* listed building in Somerset, first listed on 11 March 1968. It is one of 789 Grade II* entries among 11,742 listed buildings in Somerset; 22% of Somerset’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | The Castle |
| Grade | Grade II* — particularly important, more than special interest |
| List entry number | 1296202 |
| Date first listed | 11 March 1968 |
| Local planning authority | Somerset |
| Location | 51.26232, -2.28810 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1296202 |
Planning works on this listed building?
Planium checks which consents Somerset will require for your works on The Castle, 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 Castle
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 40 and 42, Castle Corner | II | 21 m |
| Knoyle Cottage | II | 34 m |
| The Wool Hall | II | 36 m |
| Cartref | II | 45 m |
| Sandy Hill House | II | 64 m |
| Gazebo and Attached Garden Wall, About 35 Metres South East of Beckington Manor | II | 96 m |
| Beckington Manor, Attached Garden Wall, Gate and Piers | II | 142 m |
| The Haven | II | 188 m |
| 5, Church Street | II | 190 m |
| 24 and 26, Frome Road | II | 193 m |