Historic England

Historic England is a government department based in Newcastle upon Tyne that manages the protection and conservation of England's heritage sites and historic buildings from its office on Sandhill. The department provides guidance and assessment to property owners and local authorities about preserving and maintaining these structures.

The organization was established in 2015 when English Heritage was divided into two separate bodies, with this department becoming the government authority for heritage protection. This separation allowed for a more focused approach to managing historic sites across the country.

The department works with local communities and heritage groups to support the preservation of historic sites within the city's development plans. This collaboration shows how old buildings can remain important to modern urban life.

The office is accessible on weekdays and offers consultations to property owners and authorities working with historic buildings. Reaching out in advance is helpful if you need specific guidance or assessments.

The department is housed in Bessie Surtees House, a 16th-century building that is itself protected as a historic structure. This creates an interesting irony where the institution works from inside a monument of the very kind it aims to preserve.

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Address: Sandhill

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-16:00

Website: https://historicengland.org.uk/about/contact-us/local-offices/north-east-yorkshire/#newcastle

GPS coordinates: 54.96859,-1.60841

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:05