Watch Office, former RAF Great Orton
Watch Office, former RAF Great Orton is a Grade II listed building in Cumberland, first listed on 5 September 2023. It is one of 2,611 Grade II entries among 2,855 listed buildings in Cumberland; 100% of Cumberland’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Watch Office, former RAF Great Orton |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1482871 |
| Date first listed | 5 September 2023 |
| Local planning authority | Cumberland |
| Location | 54.87776, -3.08056 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1482871 |
Planning works on this listed building?
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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 Watch Office, former RAF Great Orton
| Name | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cross House Farm | II | 2.1 km |
| The Old Rectory | II | 2.1 km |
| Great Orton War Memorial | II | 2.1 km |
| Church of St Giles | II* | 2.1 km |
| Church of St Peter | I | 2.3 km |
| Laurel House | II | 2.3 km |
| Post Office and Adjoining House | II | 2.3 km |
| Kirkbampton War Memorial | II | 2.3 km |
| Croft House Farmhouse | II | 2.3 km |
| Solway View | II | 2.3 km |