BATH PARK & RIDE EAST BATHAMPTON MEADOWS UNDER THREAT

Bath & North East Somerset Council (BANES) propose building a Park and Ride facility on Bathampton Meadows, adjacent to Mill Lane, around 100 yds from Bathampton Church and The George Public House (see Location Plan).

Bathampton Meadows characterise the Bath Valley and contribute to the identity of Batheaston, Bathampton and the eastern fringes of Bath by preventing the area from becoming one continuous urban sprawl. The beautiful approach to Bath is as important to the character of the city as any of the attractions that are within the World Heritage Site.

Loss of this important green space would be sad for any reason. However, it would be unforgivable if this space was lost as a result of the mistaken belief that a car park on the Meadows will solve Bath's congestion problems. It won't... But it will transform the ancient Meadows. Forever.

Click here to read more about BANES' short-sighted strategy for tackling Bath's congestion and our alternative, sustainable solutions.

15th January 2010: VeraCityBath Limited (VCB), an umbrella company whose members comprise Parish Councillors and local community organisations, has launched judicial review proceedings against the Secretary of State and B&NES. To find out more, visit the VCB blog (http://vcbath.blogspot.com).

8th October 2009: The Secretary of State has decided not to call a public inquiry into the Park & Ride East (Bathampton Meadows) scheme. This is appalling, but not unexpected given the approach taken by the Government and Council so far. Our fight continues....

8th October 2009: Click here to read the Bath Chronicle's account of the Secretary of State's decision.

25th June 2009: UNESCO demand for enhanced protection of Bath’s surrounding landscape ‘urgent and timely’, says Bath Preservation Trust

20th May 2009: Click here to read the Bath Heritage Watchdog's account of the BANES' Development & Control Committee (DCC) planning meeting, which voted to pass the P&R East (Bathampton Meadows) application.

Click here to view the planning application documents & submitted letters of objection/support.

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