Conservation Area in Aldeburgh could be expanded under new plans
It's to help protect the character of the ancient Suffolk seaside town
Last updated 11th Jan 2023
Locals are being asked for their views on plans to expand the Conservation Area in Aldeburgh to protect more of the historic town.
Conservation Area status already protects almost the entire seafront, including landmarks like the Moot Hall.
It prevents major changes to historic buildings which could significantly change the look and feel of the town.
New plans include the creation of a new Conservation Area at Aldeburgh Park, along with three extensions to the existing conservation zone.
Aldeburgh Park is being considered for designation due to the quality of the large villas in the area, which were developed between the 1870s and 1930s.
Extensions to the existing Conservation Area will take in more of Aldeburgh Lodge Gardens and the Slaughden to Martello Tower area.
Councillor David Ritchie, of East Suffolk Council, said:
“Like all local planning authorities, East Suffolk Council is required to periodically review its areas of special architectural or historic interest – the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance – and to designate those areas as Conservation Areas.
“Aldeburgh is one of the most important, attractive and well visited towns in the district, and already has a Conservation Area that includes mainly the High Street and beach.
"This review is asking if other parts of the town that are also worthy of designation as a Conservation Area, or to be added to the existing one.
“The Conservation Area has done a good job in helping to protect the special character of that part of the town since 1970.
"These proposals recommend that more of the residential and maritime character of the town now merits designation for its special value.”
More information on the consultation, which runs until February 17, can be found here.