Boundary Structure

Bounds Wall with Ball Courts at St Cuthbert's College, Ushaw

Grade II*

A historic wall, gate or boundary marker.

This boundary structure is legally protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990. As a Grade II* listed building, it is considered particularly important and of more than special interest - representing the top 5.8% of listed buildings. It has been protected for 39 years.

Heritage Expansion

Listed during an era when the criteria for protection expanded to include more vernacular and industrial heritage.

Building Type

Boundary Structure

Listed Since

24 June 1987

List Entry

1185962

What is a Listed Building?

Listed buildings are structures of special architectural or historic interest, protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

  • Grade I: Exceptional interest (2.5%)
  • Grade II*: Particularly important (5.8%)
  • Grade II: Special interest (91.7%)
Bounds Wall with Ball Courts at St Cuthbert's College, Ushaw | Grade II* Listed Building | Build Checkup