Grade II listed · Somerset

Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael

Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael is a Grade II listed building in Somerset, first listed on 30 August 1984. It is one of 10,646 Grade II entries among 11,742 listed buildings in Somerset; 48% of Somerset’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameCox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1307845
Date first listed30 August 1984
Local planning authoritySomerset
Location50.90727, -2.65707 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1307845

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Somerset will require for your works on Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael, 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 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.

Listed buildings near Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael

NameGradeDistance
Unknown Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.75 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint MichaelII3 m
Unknown Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 3 Metres South East of Chancel, Church of Saint MichaelII4 m
Cook Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 2.5 Metres East of Tower, Church of Saint MichaelII10 m
Barrett Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 8 Metres South of Chancel, Church of Saint MichaelII11 m
Barrett Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 10 Metres South of Chancel, Church of Saint MichaelII13 m
Trask Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 5 Metres North East of Tower, Church of Saint MichaelII15 m
Church of Saint MichaelII*15 m
Trask Chest Tomb, in the Churchyard 0.5 Metres North of Tower, Church of Saint MichaelII16 m
Barrett Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 12 Metres South of Chancel, Church of Saint MichaelII16 m
Unknown Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 8 Metres North East of North Porch, Church of Saint MichaelII21 m

Frequently asked questions

Is Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael listed?
Yes. Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1307845, first listed on 30 August 1984. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Cox Chest Tomb, in Churchyard 0.7 Metre East of Chancel, Church of Saint Michael?
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.