Grade II listed · Norwich

2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard

2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard is a Grade II listed building in Norwich, first listed on 5 June 1972. It is one of 853 Grade II entries among 1,041 listed buildings in Norwich; 27% of Norwich’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
Name2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1372812
Date first listed5 June 1972
Local planning authorityNorwich
Location52.62632, 1.29517 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1372812

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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 2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard

NameGradeDistance
25, TimberhillII11 m
23, TimberhillII12 m
21, TimberhillII15 m
19, TimberhillII19 m
17, TimberhillII23 m
31, TimberhillII26 m
Baptist ChapelII32 m
20, WestlegateII34 m
33, TimberhillII36 m
9, TimberhillII45 m

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard listed?
Yes. 2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1372812, first listed on 5 June 1972. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to 2 and 4, Lion and Castle Yard?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Norwich, 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.