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West Bergholt goes to the polls early!

Poll card & flyer for Neighbourhood Plan Refrendum

Poll card & flyer for Neighbourhood Plan RefrendumWest Bergholt goes to the polls early!

The residents of West Bergholt will go to the polls on Thursday 19th September to decide to adopt their local Neighbourhood Plan.

So far the presence of the emerging Neighbourhood Plan has been used by the Planning Inspectorate in four planning appeals, preventing some 250 additional houses.  Chairman of the West Bergholt Neighbourhood Steering Group, Chris Stevenson, stated: Continue reading “West Bergholt goes to the polls early!”

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Gladman Appeal – The Result Is In

gladman appealGladman Appeal – The Result Is In

We have now received the results of the Gladman Appeal to the Planning Inspectorate.  The Inspector considered all contributions including those from the Borough and Parish Council – and of course yourselves.  The main issues the Inspector (John Woodcock) took into account were:

  • The character & appearance of the area;
  • Heritage assets; and
  • The supply of housing.

He also took into account other issues such as: Continue reading “Gladman Appeal – The Result Is In”

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Gardeners’ Summer Visits

Summer visits to Shrubs farmGardeners’ Summer Visits

The Gardeners’ summer visits this year started after their 2018/19 programme of talks came to a conclusion.  They were particularly happy that the weather remained on their side.

Shrubs Farm

In June, a group went on a self-drive trip to Shrubs Farm in Lamarsh, a garden in the National Garden Scheme.  The owners, Robert & Sara Erith have lived at the farm since 1966.  The farm has superb views over the Stour Valley.  Members were given an entertaining and informative tour of the garden, parkland and ancient woodland by the owner.  Robert explained the planning and ethos behind the beautiful planting and vistas.

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Decision Time for Neighbourhood Plan

Final Referendum NP Cover

Final Referendum NP CoverDecision Time for Neighbourhood Plan

After nearly 7 years of planning and consultation, it is now decision time for the West Bergholt Neighbourhood Plan.  The Statutory ‘Regulation 16’ Consultation has taken place and some changes recommended.  Consequently, a final version of the plan will soon be available on the website.

The decision will be made by referendum of registered electors which will take place on Thursday 19th September 2019.  The referendum will ask the following simple question: Continue reading “Decision Time for Neighbourhood Plan”