Fortification

STAINBOROUGH CASTLE

Grade II*

A historic defensive structure or fortification.

This fortification 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 58 years.

Post-War Conservation

Listed during a period of increased awareness of heritage conservation following wartime destruction of historic buildings.

Building Type

Fortification

Listed Since

18 March 1968

List Entry

1151069

Nearby Development Sites

No brownfield sites within 2km

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%)