Swanage locomotive shed, turntable pit and retaining wall
Swanage locomotive shed, turntable pit and retaining wall is a Grade II listed building in Dorset, first listed on 18 September 2025. It is one of 8,488 Grade II entries among 9,210 listed buildings in Dorset; 100% of Dorset’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Swanage locomotive shed, turntable pit and retaining wall |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1493991 |
| Date first listed | 18 September 2025 |
| Local planning authority | Dorset |
| Location | 50.61006, -1.96411 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1493991 |
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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.
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|---|---|---|
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