Grade II listed · Blackburn with Darwen

Potter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood

Potter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood is a Grade II listed building in Blackburn with Darwen, first listed on 24 February 2016. It is one of 208 Grade II entries among 226 listed buildings in Blackburn with Darwen; 95% of Blackburn with Darwen’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NamePotter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1426172
Date first listed24 February 2016
Local planning authorityBlackburn with Darwen
Location53.70213, -2.48648 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1426172

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Blackburn with Darwen will require for your works on Potter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood, 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 Potter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood listed?
Yes. Potter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1426172, first listed on 24 February 2016. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Potter Gateway to Sunnyhurst Wood?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Blackburn with Darwen, 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.