Grade II listed · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Former Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks

Former Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks is a Grade II listed building in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, first listed on 12 February 1976. It is one of 691 Grade II entries among 748 listed buildings in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole; 40% of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameFormer Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1325038
Date first listed12 February 1976
Local planning authorityBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Location50.73860, -1.79392 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1325038

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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 Former Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks

NameGradeDistance
Guardroom, Christchurch BarracksII149 m
Cemetery Boundary WallII412 m
Cemetery LodgeII461 m
Two chapels at CemeteryII480 m
Superintendent'S House at the Old Water WorksII688 m
Pumping Station at the Old Water WorksII703 m
MilestoneII809 m
Latch FarmhouseII886 m
Iford BridgeII927 m
24, BargatesII989 m

Frequently asked questions

Is Former Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks listed?
Yes. Former Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1325038, first listed on 12 February 1976. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Former Cavalry Barracks, Christchurch Barracks?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, 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.