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County Down is a beautiful county in Northern Ireland.

This article is about special buildings in County Down, Northern Ireland, that are officially protected because they are very old or have interesting designs. These buildings are called "listed buildings," and the ones we'll talk about here are given a special rank: Grade B+.

What are Listed Buildings?

Imagine a building that's super important because of its history or how it looks. In Northern Ireland, these special places are "listed buildings." This means they are officially recognized as having "special architectural or historic interest." It's like putting them on a VIP list to make sure they are looked after for a long time.

There are different levels of listed buildings. Grade B+ buildings are those that are really important and almost as special as the very top "Grade A" ones. They might have a tiny flaw, like a part that was changed later, but they still have amazing features, cool interiors, or are in a really special setting. They stand out from regular Grade B buildings because of their unique qualities.

How Buildings Get Listed

The idea of protecting buildings started a bit later in Northern Ireland compared to other parts of the UK. The first laws for listing buildings came out in 1972. Today, the rules are set by the Planning (Northern Ireland) Order 1991.

The Department of the Environment is in charge of making lists of these special buildings. The actual work of deciding which buildings get listed is done by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA). They look at different things, like how old a building is, its design, and its history, to decide if it should be protected.

A big survey of buildings in Northern Ireland started in 1974. By 1994, they had learned a lot, so they started a second survey to update all the information. This helps them keep track of both listed and unlisted buildings in a public database.

Protecting Our Historic Buildings

Once a building is listed, it means you can't just change it however you want. There are strict rules about making changes to its structure or even its inside parts. If someone wants to alter a listed building, they have to get special permission from the local authorities first.

Northern Ireland has about 8,500 listed buildings. That's about 2% of all the buildings there! Out of these, around 580 are Grade B+ buildings, which shows how special they are.

County Down's Special Grade B+ Buildings

County Down is a large area, covering about 2,448 square kilometers, and it's home to around 516,000 people. This county has a lot of history and beautiful places, including 164 Grade B+ listed buildings. Let's look at some cool examples!

Historic Churches in County Down

Many of the listed buildings in County Down are churches, which often have amazing architecture and long histories.

  • The Holy Trinity Church of Ireland in Kircubbin is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • The R.C. Church Lisbane in Kircubbin is another beautiful church with a Grade B+ listing.
  • Near Kircubbin, the Non-subscribing Presbyterian Church in Ballyhemlin is also on the list.
  • St. Saviour’s C of I Parish Church in Greyabbey is a historic church that's now Grade B+ listed.
  • In Ballywalter, the Holy Trinity (C of I) Church is a Grade B+ listed building.
  • Christ Church in Carrowdore is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • Donaghadee Parish Church is a significant church in Donaghadee.
  • Comber Non-subscribing Presbyterian Church in Comber is a notable Grade B+ listed building.
  • Killinchy Presbyterian Church is another important church in Killinchy.
  • Seapatrick Parish Church (also known as Holy Trinity Church) in Banbridge is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • The First Dromara Presbyterian Church in Dromore is also a Grade B+ listed building.
  • In Dromore, the First Presbyterian Church (Non-Subscribing) is listed.
  • Kilmore Presbyterian Church near Crossgar is a Grade B+ listed building.
  • Christ Church in Ballyculter, near Downpatrick, is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • St. Patrick's Memorial C Of I Church in Saul, near Downpatrick, is also listed.
  • The Parish Church Of The Holy Trinity (St. Margaret's) in Downpatrick is a significant Grade B+ listed church.
  • Bangor Abbey Parish C of I and First Presbyterian Church in Bangor are both Grade B+ listed.
  • St Comgall's Parish C. of I. in Bangor is another important listed church.
  • The Private Chapel at Clandeboye Estate is also a Grade B+ listed church.
  • Holywood Parish C. of I. in Holywood is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • Holy Trinity Church in Waringstown is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • Waringstown Presbyterian Church is also listed.
  • Clonallan Parish Church and the Non-subscribing Presbyterian Church in Warrenpoint are both Grade B+ listed.
  • The Chapel of St. Mary the Immaculate Mother of God at St Colman’s College in Newry is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • St Patrick's Church (C of I) in Newry is a very important Grade B+ listed church.
  • St Catherine’s (RC) Church and the Church of the Sacred Heart (RC) in Newry are also listed.
  • The First Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church in Newry is a Grade B+ listed building.

Grand Houses and Estates

Many large and impressive houses are also protected.

  • Portaferry House is a grand country house in Portaferry.
  • Carrowdore Castle is another country house that's Grade B+ listed.
  • Ballyvester House in Donaghadee is a listed house.
  • Milecross House in Newtownards is a Grade B+ listed house.
  • Ard View and Florida Manor in Killinchy are also listed houses.
  • Banford House and Milltown House in Gilford are Grade B+ listed.
  • Ballyward Lodge in Castlewellan is a listed house.
  • Ringdufferin House in Killyleagh is a beautiful country house.
  • Montalto House in Ballynahinch is a significant country house.
  • Echohall in Ballynahinch is also a Grade B+ listed house.
  • Strangford House in Strangford is a listed house.
  • Tyrella House in Downpatrick is a Grade B+ country house.
  • Mount Panther near Newcastle is a large country house that's Grade B+ listed.
  • Castlewellan Castle is a very famous country house in Castlewellan.
  • Wood Lodge in Castlewellan is also listed.
  • Seaforde House in Downpatrick is a grand country house.
  • Ballykilbeg House in Downpatrick is a Grade B+ listed house.
  • Finnebrogue House in Downpatrick is a country house with a B+ listing.
  • Marlborough House and Ballydugan House in Downpatrick are also listed.
  • Glenganagh in Groomsport is a Grade B+ listed house.
  • Clandeboye House in Bangor is a very important country house.
  • Ardnalea House in Craigavad is a Grade B+ listed house.
  • The Hill and Glenmakieran in Holywood are also listed houses.
  • Cultra House in Holywood is a Grade B+ listed house.
  • Trevor House and Hill House in Hillsborough are listed.
  • Hillsborough Castle is a very famous country house and a Grade B+ listed building.
  • Union Lodge in Boardmills is a Grade B+ listed house.
  • Berwick Hall in Craigavon is a significant Grade B+ listed house.
  • Mourne Park House in Kilkeel is a country house with a B+ listing.
  • Kilbroney House in Rostrevor is a listed house.
  • Cabra House in Rathfriland is a country house with a B+ listing.
  • Templegowran House in Newry is another country house on the list.
  • Several houses and offices on Downshire Road and Downshire Place in Newry are also Grade B+ listed.

Other Interesting Structures

County Down also has other types of listed buildings that are important for different reasons.

  • The Market House in Portaferry is a historic hall.
  • The Mew Island Lighthouse is an important lighthouse off the coast of Donaghadee.
  • Donaghadee Harbour is a significant listed structure.
  • The Former Town Hall in Donaghadee is also a Grade B+ listed office building.
  • Scrabo Tower (also known as the Londonderry Monument) in Newtownards is a very famous tower.
  • The Town Hall in Newtownards is a listed building.
  • The White Bridge near Gilford is a Grade B+ listed bridge.
  • The Downshire Bridge in Banbridge is also a listed bridge.
  • The Crozier Monument in Banbridge is a Grade B+ listed memorial.
  • The Cleland Mausoleum in Dundonald is a very old and important tomb.
  • The Waddell-Cunningham-Douglas Monument, Rainey-Goddard Monument, and Greg Monument in Knockbreda Churchyard are all Grade B+ listed mausoleums.
  • The Corn Mill, Flax Mill, and Stable at Mary Brook in Crossgar are all Grade B+ listed structures related to old industries.
  • The Saw Mill and Flour or Corn Mill at Castleward House are also listed.
  • The Slidderyford Bridge (also called The Twelve Arches) near Newcastle is a historic bridge.
  • The Walled Garden at The Castle in Castlewellan is a listed garden structure.
  • The Clanbrassil Barn and Gateway and the Barbican gate in Tollymore Park are important estate structures.
  • The Seaforde gate lodge and The Kennels at Seaforde Demesne are also listed.
  • The Gatehouse at the New County Gaol in Downpatrick is a Grade B+ listed structure.
  • The Downpatrick Courthouse is an important listed building.
  • The Percival-Maxwell Tomb in Inch Parish Churchyard is a listed mausoleum.
  • The Royal Ulster Yacht Club and the Local Heritage and Visitor's Centre (Bangor Castle) in Bangor are Grade B+ listed recreational clubs.
  • The Bangor War Memorial is a listed memorial.
  • The Railway Bridge in Crawfordsburn Country Park is a Grade B+ listed bridge.
  • The Royal Belfast Golf Club and Lorne in Craigavad are listed recreational clubs.
  • Moira Railway Station is a Grade B+ listed railway station.
  • The Administration and drawing office block (Harland & Wolff) in Belfast is a significant Grade B+ listed office building.
  • Sydenham Primary School in Belfast is a listed school.
  • The Annalong Corn Mill is a Grade B+ listed mill.
  • The Main Entrance to Silent Valley Mourne Scheme, the Overflow pipe Silent Valley Reservoir, and Ben Crom Reservoir are all important water works structures.
  • The Haulbowline Lighthouse near Newry is a Grade B+ listed lighthouse.
  • The Band Stand in Warrenpoint's Town Park is a listed bandstand.
  • The Former Donaghmore Methodist Church is a Grade B+ listed church.
  • The Crown Bridge near Newry is a listed bridge.
  • Fisher and Fisher Solicitors in Newry is a listed office building.
  • The Convent of Mercy in Newry is a Grade B+ listed religious house.
  • The Armagh-Down Bridge in Newry is a significant listed bridge.

These are just some of the many amazing Grade B+ listed buildings in County Down, each with its own unique story and importance!

Images for kids

  • Market House, Portaferry (01), October 2009

    The Market House in Portaferry.

  • Holy Trinity Church, Kircubbin - geograph.org.uk - 738492

    Holy Trinity Church in Kircubbin.

  • Lisbane Roman Catholic Church - geograph.org.uk - 878450

    R.C. Church Lisbane.

  • Ballyhemlin Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 1183089

    Ballyhemlin Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church.

  • St Andrew's church near Ballywalter - geograph.org.uk - 530893

    Balligan Church of St. Andrew.

  • St Saviour's, Greyabbey - geograph.org.uk - 178040

    St. Saviour’s C of I Parish Church, Greyabbey.

  • Holy Trinity church, Ballywalter (1) - geograph.org.uk - 513637

    Holy Trinity (C of I) Church, Ballywalter.

  • Christ Church, Carrowdore - geograph.org.uk - 309974

    Christ Church, Carrowdore.

  • Donaghadee Parish Church - geograph.org.uk - 935200

    Donaghadee Parish Church.

  • Mew Island Lighthouse - geograph.org.uk - 454444

    Mew Island Lighthouse.

  • Donaghadee Harbour - geograph.org.uk - 1802009

    The Harbour, Donaghadee.

  • CIMG1495 ScraboHorizView

    Scrabo Tower.

  • Town Hall Arts Centre, Newtownards, March 2010 (01)

    Newtownards Town Hall.

  • Comber Non-subscribing Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 137074

    Comber Non-subscribing Presbyterian Church.

  • Killinchy Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 137118

    Killinchy Presbyterian Church.

  • The White Bridge near Gilford - geograph.org.uk - 264950

    White Bridge near Gilford.

  • Seapatrick Parish Church, Banbridge - geograph.org.uk - 579028

    Seapatrick Parish Church, Banbridge.

  • The Cut - geograph.org.uk - 190941

    Downshire Bridge, Banbridge.

  • Downshire Arms Hotel, Newry Road, Banbridge (geograph 2906098)

    Downshire Arms Hotel, Banbridge.

  • Crozier monument, Banbridge - geograph.org.uk - 232446

    Crozier Monument, Banbridge.

  • First Dromara Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 552342

    First Dromara Presbyterian Church.

  • First Presbyterian Church (Non-Subscribing), Dromore - geograph.org.uk - 1400670

    First Presbyterian Church, Dromore.

  • Cleland Mausoleum

    Cleland Mausoleum.

  • Kilmore Presbyterian church near Crossgar (1) - geograph.org.uk - 1135885

    Kilmore Presbyterian Church.

  • Road and church near Ballyculter - geograph.org.uk - 283262

    Christ Church, Ballyculter.

  • St. Patrick's Memorial church, Saul - geograph.org.uk - 269924

    St. Patrick's Memorial C Of I Church, Saul.

  • Slidderyford (Twelve Arches) Bridge (04), January 2010

    Slidderyford Bridge.

  • Long View of Mount Panther (319712840)

    Mount Panther.

  • Castlewellan Castle

    Castlewellan Castle.

  • Kilcoo parish church, Bryansford

    Kilcoo C of I Parish Church.

  • Tollymore Forest Park, September 2010 (24)

    Clanbrassil Barn and Gateway, Tollymore Park.

  • The Barbican Gate, Tollymore forest - geograph.org.uk - 805119

    Barbican gate, Tollymore Park.

  • Clough Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church, May 2010 (08)

    Clough Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church.

  • Murland Mausoleum, Clough, May 2010 (01)

    Murland Tomb, Clough.

  • Gaol Gatehouse

    Gatehouse, New County Gaol, Downpatrick.

  • St Margarets (03), August 2009

    Parish Church Of The Holy Trinity (St. Margaret's), Downpatrick.

  • Percival-Maxwell Tomb Front

    Percival-Maxwell Tomb, Inch Parish Churchyard.

  • Downpatrick Courthouse

    Downpatrick Courthouse.

  • No.25 English Street

    25 English Street, Downpatrick.

  • No.27 English Street

    27 English Street, Downpatrick.

  • Royal Ulster Yacht Club - geograph.org.uk - 570514

    Royal Ulster Yacht Club, Bangor.

  • Bangabby2

    Bangor Abbey Parish C of I.

  • First Bangor Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 908545

    First Presbyterian Church, Bangor.

  • Parish Church of St Comgall - geograph.org.uk - 590403

    St Comgall's Parish C. of I., Bangor.

  • ClandeboyeHouseatdusk

    Clandeboye House.

  • Holywood Parish Church of Ireland

    Holywood Parish C. of I.

  • Moira railway station (geograph 2423550)

    Moira Railway Station.

  • Trevor House 9 The Square Hillsborough County Down BT26

    Trevor House, Hillsborough.

  • 8 The Square Hillsborough County Down BT26

    8 The Square, Hillsborough.

  • Hill House 35 Main St. Hillsborough

    Hill House, Hillsborough.

  • Hillsborough Castle

    Hillsborough Castle.

  • Pond and Temple, Hillsborough Castle - geograph.org.uk - 1389759

    The Lady Alice Temple, Hillsborough Castle.

  • Hillhall Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 64605

    Hillhall Presbyterian Church.

  • Berwick Hall (2) (geograph 5181989)

    Berwick Hall.

  • St. Patricks Church of Ireland Dunmurry

    St. Patricks C. of I., Dunmurry.

  • Holy Trinity Drumbo, Ballylesson (1) - geograph.org.uk - 756917

    Holy Trinity C. of I., Ballylesson.

  • Waringstown Presbyterian Church - geograph.org.uk - 75477

    Waringstown Presbyterian Church.

  • Annalong Corn Mill, May 2010 (02)

    Annalong Corn Mill.

  • Silent Valley, County Down, April 2011 (19)

    Overflow pipe Silent Valley Reservoir.

  • Ben Crom Dam Wall

    Ben Crom Reservoir.

  • Haulbowline Lighthouse - geograph.org.uk - 497381

    Haulbowline Lighthouse.

  • Kilbroney House Nursing Home, Rostrevor (geograph 3355598)

    Kilbroney House.

  • Bandstand , Public Park, Warrenpoint - geograph.org.uk - 683832

    Band Stand in the Town Park, Warrenpoint.

  • The new burial ground of Clonallon CoI Parish Church (geograph 3021801)

    Clonallan Parish Church, Warrenpoint.

  • The Derelict Donaghmore Primitive Methodist Church building on the Cargabane Road (geograph 2895494)

    Former Donaghmore Methodist Church.

  • ArmaghDown Bridge, Newry, March 2010 (02)

    Armagh-Down Bridge, Newry.

  • SaintPatricksNewry 001

    St Patrick's Church (C of I), Newry.

  • The western facade of the Sacred Heart Church, Cloghogue (geograph 5708063)

    Church of the Sacred Heart (RC), Newry.

  • Convent of Mercy, Kilmorey Road (geograph 1894699)

    Convent of Mercy, Newry.

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