Tuesday 28 October 2008

Threat to Belle Vue Park, Sudbury.

Alot has been in the press about development to Belle Vue much of it inaccurate and speculative but right in wanting to protect it.
This picture shows the battle ground. For the developer to be able to build the new health facility on the BMX site, they need a second entrance on to Cornard Rd. This would take the road through the hedge into the Park, past the public toilets (road safety issue) and bring traffic into the heart of what is a peaceful haven where children can run free at present. No more if this was to happen.

There are no plans to build all over the Park that is scaremongering but this a real threat to the peace and tranquility never mind the small area of the park lost for future generations.

Yes, Sudbury needs a new health facility but not one that takes our public space. Yes,the old BMX site could be used if the development remains in the walled area. (Sudbury Town Council and Gt Cornard Parish Councils are building a new BMX site up near KFC).Yes, there are other possible sites eg Walnuttree and Church Field Rd. Yes, no sale unless planning permission is achieved is a condition.

No planning application has been made yet. The PCT could chose another site. Lets hope the developers realise the battle they will face.

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