Key characteristics of Bank conservation area
- Lies at centre of New Forest National Park.
- Consists of a small linear settlement developed at the junction of Forest edge and the arable lands.
- Most buildings are in residential use.
- A number of higher status properties are dotted around the area mainly dating from the late 19th century.
- There are 2 listed buildings within the conservation area boundary, both of which are listed Grade II.
- 33 buildings have been identified as being of local, vernacular or cultural interest within the conservation area boundary.
- The majority of older houses were originally small, but many have been altered and extended or amalgamated.
- 19th century cottages are generally constructed of brick with tile or slate roofs and are of two storey in scale.
- Boundaries to plots are traditionally formed by hedgerows, metal estate fencing or simple picket fencing.
- Major key buildings: Annesley House, Lane End, Oak Inn and Old Cottage.
Key characteristics for individual areas
