There are a number of listed buildings in Cumbria. The term "listed building", in the United Kingdom, refers to a building or structure designated as being of special architectural, historical, or cultural significance. Details of all the listed buildings are contained in the National Heritage List for England. They are categorised in three grades: Grade I consists of buildings of outstanding architectural or historical interest, Grade II* includes significant buildings of more than local interest and Grade II consists of buildings of special architectural or historical interest. Buildings in England are listed by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport on recommendations provided by English Heritage, which also determines the grading.
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Some listed buildings are looked after by the National Trust or English Heritage while others are in private ownership or administered by trusts.
Listed buildings by grade
Listed buildings by district or unitary authority
Within each local government district, buildings are listed by civil parish or unparished area.