A. Dudley

Support

Representation ID: 46139

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Dawn Webster

I support the Councils council's continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmore. Hayley Green. Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

The countryside, protect by Green Belt designation, is rich in history and have never been more important to the mental and physical wellbeing of individuals and the community as a whole.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional Importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a larger population. It would be so simple to seriously damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure. To build on any Green Belt land when these are brownfield sites available, would be down to pure greed and selfishness and a lack of thinking in regards to the big picture. Maintaining the countryside for future generations and for good of the populations is of utmost importance and should be a key driver for the local authority.

Support

Representation ID: 46140

Received: 26/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Paul Figures

I wish to add my support to the Councils continued protection of the Green Belt countryside around Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote.
All of this countryside, which includes Scheduled Ancient Monuments and Conservation Areas is currently protected by its Green Belt designation and is indisputably of considerable linked historical and heritage value. This countryside is of immense importance as a leisure asset and must continue to be available as a natural resource for the enjoyment of the local communities and to those further afield.
The land is also a natural asset in the battle to counter the ever increasing threat from climate change. The threat of serious damage to this natural landscape by inappropriate development with its associated infrastructure is all too real and I therefore fully support the Black Country Plans commitment to fully protect it for future generations.

Support

Representation ID: 46141

Received: 10/09/2021

Respondent: Graham Taylor

Number of people: 2

I would like to add my support for the proposed protection of greenbelt land in Halesowen covering all areas including Foxcote, Lutley, Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green and Coombeswood.

This countryside, as well as being of rich historical and ecological importance, is vital to the wellbeing and mental health of local residents clearly evidenced during the current pandemic.

Please acknowledge receipt of my email support.

Support

Representation ID: 46142

Received: 08/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Matthew Worrallo

I'd like to support the protection of our Green Belt in Halesowen (Tack Farm, Illey, Foxcoat Farm, Coombeswood Wedge, Uffmore, Hayley Green and Lapal).

To have these spaces on our door step is priceless. We regularly use the public footpaths and look over the farms and fields on the green belt. It's the sole reason we live here and why halesowen is so special.

Object

Representation ID: 46143

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Councillor Judy Foster

Number of people: 1621

Petition Against the development of all greenbelt and green spaces in Dudley

Please see enclosed a petition with 1204 signatures which endorse the following statement.

We the undersigned wish to object to all proposals in the Black Country Plan to sell part our green belt and green spaces to enables homes to be built. Development on these green sites threatens to undermine wildlife and the general health and well-being of a population emerging from the pandemic that now places even greater value on them.

This petition has not attracted the 3000 signatures required for a debate but we do request that the issues raised in our petition relating to all green belt and green spaces in the borough are incorporated in to the debate.

We also request that any matters relating to this petition are communicated via our ward councillor Judy Foster on [redacted

Comment

Representation ID: 46144

Received: 20/09/2021

Respondent: Councillor Richard Body

My mind is made up. No development on Dudley's precious and vital greenbelt, full stop!
This council should stand up for Dudley and put forward a case to show Dudley can give away no more greenbelt.

Over many, many years greenbelt around the borough's boundary has been eroded way. There comes a time when the council should step into the ring and fight for our future generations health and wellbeing. That time is now!

What tiny amounts of green space currently within the borough's boundary should be totally and utterly off limits!

Comment

Representation ID: 46145

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Poultney

Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to

seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 46146

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Matt Bird

Please record my unwavering and full commitment to the protection of Halesowen's Green Belt in response to The Black Country Plan.

In relation to the current public consultation of the Black Country Plan I would like to make it clear that I support the proposed protection of Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lutley and Foxcote.

I am local and have lived in Halesowen all my life, the local countryside is historic, scenic and good for walking amongst nature. The pandemic highlighted our open spaces, green belt and countryside as being essential for our mental health and general well being, although we recognised the benefits of our treasured green belt long before 2020.

It is essential that you recognise the importance of the Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lutley and Foxcote to its local community, and beyond, by ensuring it is protected for generations to come.

Support

Representation ID: 46147

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Justin Toolan

Please register my support for the protection of Halesowen's Green Belt in response to The Black Country Plan.

I wish to make it clear that i support the protection of Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lutley, etc...

Comment

Representation ID: 46148

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Vivienne Jones

Please register that I strongly wish to protect the greenbelt surrounding Dudley especially the Halesowen and Cradley area.
These areas already border heavily developed areas and provide green lungs both for a human population and wildlife.

Support

Representation ID: 46149

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Cradley Then and Now

Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to

seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Comment

Representation ID: 46150

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Michael Melville

Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to

seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 46151

Received: 13/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Julia Lodge

: Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to
seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Comment

Representation ID: 46152

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Linda Jones

I wish to lodge my objection to any thing being built on the Green belt around Halesowen. When it has been proven that there is enough brown site to accommodate any house building requirements. The green belt is a precious space in a time when when we are fighting climate change. Green spaces help improve air quality and help to stop green house gases. Our green belt is full of precious wild animals that call it home. There is not enough resources to provide people with Schools, Doctors Surgeries, defiantly not enough Police to cope with the population of Halesowen. The info structure the roads in and out of Halesowen are already running well over full capacity. Rush hours are a nightmare. So yes I object to any building on our precious beloved Green belt land.

Object

Representation ID: 46153

Received: 29/09/2021

Respondent: Mr John Clarke

[Dudley Greenbelt]

Removal of green belt status from greenfield sites

What exactly is the point of designating land as 'green belt'?
If it only remains classified as green belt all the me you don't wish to build on it; and then ceases to be green belt the moment you do, then the classification offers no protection whatsoever to undeveloped land.
It is sad that Dudley MBC does not value its green spaces enough to want to keep them all, or indeed the recognised health benefits of such spaces to its borough residents.
Brownfield first is a sham. Brownfield only has to be the way to go.
How long will it be before Worcester Lane or the Stourbridge to Kidderminster road become continuous runs of housing? All in the name of supposed necessity.
Developers love building on farmland because it gives them more profit. Aren't we lucky in this country that the rest of the world supplies so much of our food. I wonder what will happen when it either can't, or won't?

Support

Representation ID: 46154

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Diana Oneil

As a resident of Halesowen , I write to confirm I fully support the protection of the Green belt in and around Halesowen, namely Illey, Lapal , Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombsewood, Lutley and Foxecote . It is vital we protect these areas for the future generation , the benefit of wildlife and those people who live in the area.

Support

Representation ID: 46155

Received: 13/09/2021

Respondent: Pete Hall

I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989, Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas, by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that, the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside, by the public, for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic, landscape and ecological significance of each area.

The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough Boundary and coming under Bromsgrove. In doing so, they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm, which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history. At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey, which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance. At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley, which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton. Foxcote, which forms the foreground setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with frequent finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps, and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside, hereby defined, is important to people from far afield, and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a major area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate, which includes a major proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century, by George Lyttelton, in his creation of Hagley Park, which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant ‘follies’ - The Temple of Theseus and The Obelisk, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a large population. It would be so simple to seriously damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 46156

Received: 08/10/2021

Respondent: Mr Raymond Watkins

Support for the Protection of Green Belt around Halesowen.
I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside Lapal, Illey, Coombswood, Uffmoor, Hayley
Green. Lutley & Foxcote following a formal review pf the Green Belt. Circa 1989, Dudley Council,
following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in those areas, by
working in collaboration with local volunteer groups, Following on from that, the Council promoted
enjoyment of the countryside by the public for informal recreation. They supported the production of
walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area.. The Council
even contributed £20,000 towards the Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood (albeit if the
Bromsgrove area). The whole of this area, including that in Dudley Borough, is of regional importance
as an amenity asset for the welfare and enjoyment of the large population. It would be so simple to
seriously damage the area with inappropriate development and associated infrastructure.
Please keep up your most valuable support – we need it

Support

Representation ID: 46157

Received: 26/08/2021

Respondent: Geraldine Blewitt

Supporting the protection of special Green Belt areas around Coombeswood, Lapal, Illey, Grange Hill, Tack Farm, Hayley Green, Lutley, Foxcote Farm, etc.

This special countryside, which should receive appropriate recognition for its contribution to the informal recreational needs of a wide community, including, of course, those of the individual Black Country Authorities, but also the needs of Birmingham; North Worcestershire and beyond.

Support

Representation ID: 46158

Received: 08/09/2021

Respondent: ms carole freer

The Black Country Plan - Support for Protection of Green Belt

I support Dudley Council in its proposal to protect the greenbelt at Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lutley, and Foxcote.


These areas provide an escape from every day stress within the urban environment and have proved themselves invaluable during the Covid crisis. They are important aesthetically, physically and for mental well being. They are our ‘life's blood’, breathing oxygen into the atmosphere and absorbing CO2.


Over many years, the public have been encouraged by Dudley Council’s positive approach to the landscape, historic and informal recreational value of this countryside. It is appreciated that the footpaths were restored and way marked in countryside improvement projects, to encourage public use and enjoyment. There is often a false perception that the Black Country is totally urbanised and industrialised. However this countryside perfectly integrates into North Worcestershire and provides the foreground to the Clent Hills, historic Hagley Park and various villages. It is living proof that the perception of total urbanisation is incorrect. This relationship, which is finely balanced, would be vulnerable to inappropriate development with roads and associated infrastructure. I reiterate that the Council’s protection of this countryside, following various studies, is fully supported.

Comment

Representation ID: 46159

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Brierley Hill Community Forum

The concern over loss of greenbelt expressed in consultations is noted, and the Forum shares those concerns - the adjacent greenbelt to urban areas is hugely valued and makes a substantial contribution towards quality of life and health to local residents across the conurbation. Addressing such concerns should not mask the challenges facing urban centres and these need to be addressed through the plan too. Consequently, we are also highly concerned about any proposals to lose highly valued green space in borough's centres.

Comment

Representation ID: 46160

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Brierley Hill Community Forum

The concern over loss of greenbelt expressed in consultations is noted, and the Forum shares those concerns - the adjacent greenbelt to urban areas is hugely valued and makes a substantial contribution towards quality of life and health to local residents across the conurbation. Addressing such concerns should not mask the challenges facing urban centres and these need to be addressed through the plan too. Consequently, we are also highly concerned about any proposals to lose highly valued green space in borough's centres.

Support

Representation ID: 46161

Received: 24/09/2021

Respondent: Bob Homer

Number of people: 2

I support the Councils continued protection of greenbelt in Halesowen, Illey, Lapal, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Foxcote & Lutley.

Preserving our history and landscape is part of our Black Country identity. Preserving our nature and wildlife, is part of our Black Country future, and has never played a more important role in climate change and mental health.

I particularly support the proposed SINC addition to Coombeswood. I’d also encourage adding Ancient Woodland to parts of this site.

Support

Representation ID: 46162

Received: 05/10/2021

Respondent: mr alan conway

I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989, Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas, by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that, the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside, by the public, for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic, landscape and ecological significance of each area.

The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough Boundary and coming under Bromsgrove. In doing so, they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm, which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history. At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey, which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance. At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley, which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton. Foxcote, which forms the foreground setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with frequent finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps, and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside, hereby defined, is important to people from far afield, and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a major area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate, which includes a major proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century, by George Lyttelton, in his creation of Hagley Park, which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant ‘follies’ - The Temple of Theseus and The Obelisk, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a large population. It would be so simple to seriously damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure

Support

Representation ID: 46163

Received: 15/09/2021

Respondent: Paul Homer

I support the Councils continued protection of greenbelt in Halesowen, Illey, Lapal, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Foxcote & Lutley.
Preserving our history and landscape is part of our Black Country identity. Preserving our nature and wildlife, is part of our Black Country future, and has never played a more important role in climate change and mental health.
I particularly support the proposed SINC addition to Coombeswood. I'd also encourage adding Ancient Woodland to parts of this site.

Support

Representation ID: 46164

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: Paul Breen

I wish to state my support for the Council's continued protection of the beautiful countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

I have grown up in the Lapal area and spent most of my life walking the fields of Lapal, Illey and the surrounding areas. This countryside means so much to myself and many people I know. For this land to be developed would be a tragedy - a needless, destructive act borne out of the lustful, unrestricted material greed of landowners/developers with no consideration or care for the people or the landscape they would be destroying.

The whole of this area is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a large population. It would be so simple to inflict irreparable damage to such a beautiful area.

In this time of so-called environmental-consciousness, we should be doing all we can to protect our countryside, especially such historically important countryside, instead of ever-expanding the concrete sprawl of the Midlands.

I urge the Council to continue to listen to the people of the community who wish to continue to live with such beautiful surrounding countryside, that it may be here for generations, and not to listen to the short-sighted material desires, cloaked in spurious necessity from the landowners/developers.

Comment

Representation ID: 46165

Received: 08/09/2021

Respondent: Julie Bird

I would like to put forward my unwavering and full commitment to the protection of Halesowen's Green Belt in response to The Black Country Plan.

I would like my response recorded in relation to the current public consultation in respect of the Black Country Plan and would like to make it clear that I support the proposed protection of Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lately and Foxcote.

My local countryside is historic, scenic and good for walking amongst nature. The pandemic highlighted our open spaces, green belt and countryside as being essential for our mental health and general well being, although we recognised the benefits of our treasured green belt long before 2020. It is essential that you recognise the importance of the Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lately and Foxcote to its local community, and beyond, by ensuring it is protected for generations to come.

Support

Representation ID: 46166

Received: 22/09/2021

Respondent: Jackie Cartledge

Please find below a letter in support of our rural areas and Greenbelt in the Halesowen area which I dearly want protected for the future. In the past year I have seen how much importance the greenbelt area and surrounding fields of Lutley have been to so many people, who came here to exercise and for their Mental Health and long may this continue.

Black Country Plan - Support for the Protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen
I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.
Circa 1989, Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas, by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that, the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside, by the public, for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic, landscape and ecological significance of each area.
The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough Boundary and coming under Bromsgrove. In doing so, they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm, which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).
This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history. At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey, which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance. At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley, which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton. Foxcote, which forms the foreground setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with frequent finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps, and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.
The countryside, hereby defined, is important to people from far afield, and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a major area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate, which includes a major proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century, by George Lyttelton, in his creation of Hagley Park, which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant ‘follies’ - The Temple of Theseus and The Obelisk, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.
The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a large population. It would be so simple to seriously damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 46167

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: Sandra Foxall

Number of people: 2

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to
seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 46168

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: MS JUDITH HACKETT

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to
seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.