Grade II listed · Rossendale

Ravenshore Viaduct

Ravenshore Viaduct is a Grade II listed building in Rossendale, first listed on 4 July 1989. It is one of 259 Grade II entries among 272 listed buildings in Rossendale; 94% of Rossendale’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameRavenshore Viaduct
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1361642
Date first listed4 July 1989
Local planning authorityRossendale
Location53.68149, -2.32339 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1361642

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Rossendale will require for your works on Ravenshore Viaduct, 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 Ravenshore Viaduct listed?
Yes. Ravenshore Viaduct is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1361642, first listed on 4 July 1989. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Ravenshore Viaduct?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Rossendale, 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.