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Post by ratcliffesghost on Oct 29, 2010 6:55:15 GMT 1
I know that most fellow Sutton & Reabrook residents throw their community newsletters in the bin without even reading them so for those who have, some may be interested in the following. Cllrs John Tandy and Liz Parsons will be holding a public meeting at the Shirehall at 7pm next monday (1/11/10) to discuss the possible sale of the golf course. The newsletter reads "The leader of Shropshire Council is reported to have confirmed that an approach has been made to the council with an opening offer of £15m - £18m" Im not a golfer but selling it off seems a bad move to me, what do others think ?
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Post by jamo on Oct 29, 2010 7:57:56 GMT 1
In my opinion it would amount to an act of utter betrayal to the residents of this town whether they are golfers or not.
To have such a beautiful, accessible open space within easy reach of all residents for them to enjoy sport, wildlife, walks alongside the Rea Brook or just the simple pleasure of a green area within an urban landscape is a pleasure and privillage and not something that should be given up for political gain.
I urge all residents of the town to make their thoughts known to the elected representatives.
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Post by nicko on Oct 29, 2010 8:08:50 GMT 1
Absolutely Jamo.
See you there Reg.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2010 9:14:30 GMT 1
Reg - any mention if there's going to be a replacement course built (or an alternative like a managed park anywhere etc) or is it simply a sell off of land to bring in some cash?
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Post by ratcliffesghost on Oct 29, 2010 9:18:08 GMT 1
Reg - any mention if there's going to be a replacement course built (or an alternative like a managed park anywhere etc) Not been mentioned yet, thats my first question on monday
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Post by nicko on Oct 29, 2010 9:19:48 GMT 1
Reg - any mention if there's going to be a replacement course built (or an alternative like a managed park anywhere etc) or is it simply a sell off of land to bring in some cash? The way I understand it Ant it's the latter. As for the former; where would the Council develop that in Shrewsbury?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2010 9:22:20 GMT 1
No idea at all Nick but certainly worth asking the question. Perhaps they could buy the remaining land at the GM off the club and develop it there? Unlikely I suspect but just a thought.
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Post by nicko on Oct 29, 2010 9:30:11 GMT 1
No idea at all Nick but certainly worth asking the question. Perhaps they could buy the remaining land at the GM off the club and develop it there? Unlikely I suspect but just a thought. And that's the point Ant, I bet the Council have no idea, nor any inclination to build a new course/park. The question will be asked, by Reg at least.
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Post by El Huracán!!!! on Oct 29, 2010 9:30:48 GMT 1
If its a land sell of and no replacement is built, then thats a joke really... sadly however with the savings that SC need to make, its the first and most simple resource they own they can sell off, and its been in the fireing line for a long while..
However a organised and sustained campaign from the public could play a large part in holding it up or even getting it stopped... I suspect the local golfers will play a big part on this...
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Post by El Huracán!!!! on Oct 29, 2010 9:33:25 GMT 1
Also its worth noteing that pretty much all the land aroundthe stadium up to the A5 has been designated in the local plan as part of a potential Shrewsbury Urban extension. I bet that in 10-15 years the New Meadow is in a much different setting... I would guess some retail park expansion, and houseing.... The golf course will be the catalyst for it, if they can get houseing in there, there is need for supporting services, schools, docs, retail... and where does that go? Other side of Otley Road.... for that you might see SARA getting behind the campaign for stop the golf club sale...
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Post by Pilch on Oct 29, 2010 9:39:46 GMT 1
Don't start me on the golf course It makes money so why spoil it I started a Facebook group a couple of years back A few have written to the star mocking it since About 3 years back the council had a questionnaire asking if there sufficient call for a new golf course if they were to sell Meole They want to sell but don't want to replace which is worse The questionnaire suggested we do want a golf course Since then there have been some strange goings on At the start of this year there was a big price hike which turned the course into a ghost town I guess they got Their figures to show there was no call for golf Then they reduced the price back to normal and it was instantly busy Scandal to say the least I'll post the Facebook group when I remember the link
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Post by mattmw on Oct 29, 2010 10:06:18 GMT 1
Over the next few years the services offered by the council are likely to change quite a bit, due to a 27% cut in government funding. It's quite likely they are going to ask businesses or voluntary groups to run some services instead.
Leisure - in all it's forms - will be something that comes under review and its important people in Shropshire say how important leisure facilities are to them if they want them to remain accessible to all
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Post by salopianed on Oct 29, 2010 10:32:40 GMT 1
Sadly, it seems a case of when, not if, the Council decide to sell the land off.
The whole course is a haven for both wildlife and walkers and both groups will suffer considerably should the plan go ahead. Let alone the loss of a municipal golf course.
I was told that the Council were "allegedly" tapping up farmers/landowners in the Nobold/Hook-A-Gate area about 3 years ago regarding the relocation of the Course.
However, it seems that relocation is off the cards at the moment
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Post by Deleted on Oct 29, 2010 10:55:20 GMT 1
Wonder who the mystery bidder is ..................
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Post by onthetrain92 on Oct 29, 2010 10:56:15 GMT 1
I did hear that land near to Gains Park/Copthorne was being looked at for an 18 hole Golf Course when the football ground first opened, not sure what that situation is now. This is possibly part of the 900 home redevelop scheme along Oteley Road.
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Post by lionshrew on Oct 29, 2010 11:41:12 GMT 1
In my opinion it would amount to an act of utter betrayal to the residents of this town whether they are golfers or not. To have such a beautiful, accessible open space within easy reach of all residents for them to enjoy sport, wildlife, walks alongside the Rea Brook or just the simple pleasure of a green area within an urban landscape is a pleasure and privillage and not something that should be given up for political gain. I urge all residents of the town to make their thoughts known to the elected representatives. Well said mate.
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Post by saladsaladsalad on Oct 29, 2010 13:23:55 GMT 1
In my opinion it would amount to an act of utter betrayal to the residents of this town whether they are golfers or not. To have such a beautiful, accessible open space within easy reach of all residents for them to enjoy sport, wildlife, walks alongside the Rea Brook or just the simple pleasure of a green area within an urban landscape is a pleasure and privillage and not something that should be given up for political gain. I urge all residents of the town to make their thoughts known to the elected representatives. Well said mate. Also strongly agree. Real shame if this were to become an area of housing, also makes me wonder where they could develop up to with the Reabrook being a conservation area and presumably protected. Would certainly be to the detriment of residents of Reabrook, Sutton Farm as well as all others who either use the course for golfing or walking the dog etc. I bet those poor folk that live in the 15 or so houses on Oteley Rd are in despair at the thought of even more building on their doorstep! Seems to have been an incredible amount of housing built in Shrewsbury over the last 15 years or so, I know all the reports say that there needs to be even more, but is this just relocating people from other areas into the town rather than actually building homes where they are really wanted? Half the problem is the smaller towns and villages people simply cant afford to buy in and so despite them probably having grown up there are forced into shrews/telford etc. Off-hand some of the housing built in the last 15ish years: - Herongate
- Berwick Grange
- Coton Hill where Furrows was (cant remember name!)
- Greenfields next to railway, big development (ditto)
- old MEB site
- RSH South site (looks huge)
- old Radbrook Hotel
- Oakwood Grange
- Guessing Redwood Park/Bowbrook ?
- St Michaels St area nr fire station
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Post by BelleVueShrew on Oct 29, 2010 13:50:25 GMT 1
I cannot make the meeting because of work commitments, but I will be e-mailing my local council representatives to voice my strong objections to this sell off.
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Post by BelleVueShrew on Oct 29, 2010 14:09:05 GMT 1
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Post by jaytee on Oct 29, 2010 14:28:19 GMT 1
I hope the course is sold, and a ****ing great biomass burner built there, to compliment the one we've had foisted on us down the arse end of the county.
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Post by shrewblue on Oct 29, 2010 14:56:57 GMT 1
Criminal.. if Barrow et al sell this off he in my opinion will show a great disregard for locl peoples feelings and needs for a short term capital infusion of monies...we need the open space and the golf course is not a drain on resources, whilst being a great place for a pastime such as golf, walking etc
KEEP THE GOLF COURSE WHERE IT IS!
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Post by nicko on Oct 29, 2010 17:35:04 GMT 1
According to the front page of the Chron, the meeting is being held at the Shirehall in Frankwell.
This is due to the numbers of people expected to attend.
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Post by jamo on Oct 29, 2010 17:40:11 GMT 1
According to the front page of the Chron, the meeting is being held at the Shirehall in Frankwell. This is due to the numbers of people expected to attend. Nick, are you saying that the venue is the council chamber at Guildhall not shirehall. Needs clarification as it will catch some out.
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Post by WindsorShrew on Oct 29, 2010 17:47:22 GMT 1
Whilst I can understand the resentment and frustration of loosing such an asset.
Perhaps those that go to said meeting will have the foresight to investigate other areas where the money could be saved from ?
Thus give said elected officials an alternative.
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Post by nicko on Oct 29, 2010 17:49:11 GMT 1
According to the front page of the Chron, the meeting is being held at the Shirehall in Frankwell. This is due to the numbers of people expected to attend. Nick, are you saying that the venue is the council chamber at Guildhall not shirehall. Needs clarification as it will catch some out. Apologies all. It's at the Guildhall in Frankwell The article also states that Shropshire Council Community and Housing policy team leader Dave Wallace will be in attendance and possibly the right honourable member for Shrewsbury. So that's Monday 1st November at 7pm at The Guildhall
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Post by jamo on Oct 29, 2010 17:57:14 GMT 1
Thus give said elected officials an alternative. An alternative to what though Stu ? That area is a gem for the town and sometimes there is a responsibility upon councils to provide facilities and services that transcend politics and actually give something to the citizens. A local authority is there to manage resources not cherry pick them for short term gain. This current administration are mere custodians of the boroughs resources and in my opinion are duty bound to protect and enhance the heritage for our future generations, not sell them off for short term gain. Let me ask you this. The Quarry and the golf course are the only two real open spaces available to residents within the borough that are suitable for all sorts of recreational activities, can you imagine the uproar from certain quarters if it was proposed to sell of The Quarry for some sw**ky riverside apartments ?
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Post by ratcliffesghost on Oct 29, 2010 18:00:18 GMT 1
Sports Village next
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Post by saladsaladsalad on Oct 29, 2010 18:23:35 GMT 1
From what I've been able to google, the golf course has been there since 1892, expanded in 1922, very sad to see it flogged off to try and balance the councils comparitively short-term budget problems.
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Post by WindsorShrew on Oct 29, 2010 19:12:57 GMT 1
Alan, Councilors are the same as Politicians, if people can go armed with ideas it will save the "it's either the Golf course or an old folks home" routine.
What projects are the council considering funding but not comitted ? etc etc
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Post by nicko on Oct 29, 2010 19:18:20 GMT 1
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