The two campaign groups against the proposed development on the north side of Stamford are joining forces for what they say is one final push for people to comment. Neither Stamford North nor Quarry Farm have been approved for planning yet. The South Kesteven District Local Plan is also out for consultation following some revisions.
Both groups agree Stamford is full and the infrastructure isn't there to accommodate over 2,000 houses. Carys Vaughan is from Protect Quarry Farm:
"I think, you know, everyone kind of acknowledges that Stanford's unique in a sense. It's a small market town and it was originally designed with horse and cart, you know, in terms of all the roads. So there is a limit to what actually can be built and where we can build. I think our point as well is that if the plan ultimately is to develop on the scale that they're suggesting, then actually what's needed is long term infrastructure solutions."
and Laura Upson is from Stand Up for Stamford which is campaigning against the Stamford North development:
"I'd really urge you to go and comment again on Stamford North on the planning portal, which is S23/0055. We'd really urge you to go and do that and also make your comments on the local plan because you know, Stamford is this beautiful place that we call home. We absolutely love it and all we're trying to do is to protect it. That's all we're here to do."
Rutland's Admiral Nurses are at Oakham Library today to raise awareness of dementia and looking after our brain health, aimed at children and their families.
Rutland County Council granted permission for 58 homes in Great Casterton, despite concerns about highway safety and strong opposition from some villagers.
The first meeting of a new Friends of Stamford Museum Group takes place this evening, following a launch event by Stamford Town Council last week, to show it’s plans for a museum in the Town Hall.
A new senior coroner has been appointed for Lincolnshire to investigate deaths where the cause is unknown, where it may not be due to natural causes or which needs an inquiry for some other reason.
Dementia Support South Lincolnshire celebrated the 15th year anniversary of their weekly tai chi sessions this morning, with a special demonstration and lesson accompanied by tea and cake at Bourne Corn Exchange.
Curve in Leicester has announced that their CEO will step down in spring 2027 to take on the role of Chief Operating Officer for a London based production company.
The local Fairtrade Forums are joining together for a week of events in the Gallery at the Stamford Arts Centre to draw attention to their work, with an exhibition of interactive displays, activities and artwork by local students.
We Will Rock You at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre
Dementia support tai chi sessions celebrate fifteen years
Leicester’s Curve theatre seeks new CEO
Rutland and Stamford’s Fairtrade Forum launches special exhibition
