Historic Structure

Jodrell Bank Observatory: Lovell Telescope

Grade I

A structure of special architectural or historic interest.

This historic structure is legally protected under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990. As a Grade I listed building, it is considered to be of exceptional interest - only 2.5% of all listed buildings achieve this status. It has been protected for 38 years.

Heritage Expansion

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

Building Type

Historic Structure

Listed Since

13 July 1988

List Entry

1221685

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Location

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Nearby Development Sites

No brownfield sites within 2km

Nearby Listed Buildings

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%)