Scarcroft Village Development Working Group

Scarcroft Village Development Working Group Sub – Group for sites to be protected

Report of the investigation, findings and recommendations of the

Sub – Group for sites to be protected

of 25 Version 2 (September 2013)

Declaration of information integrity

Members of the Sub-Group in the creation of this document have taken all reasonable steps to ensure that information presented is correct. Sources of information have been shown where these are known. Neither any individual nor individuals collectively, take any responsibility for errors, opinions expressed by contributors or omissions arising in this report. Any opinions expressed by contributors regarding background or history of a site or sites do not necessarily reflect the views of the Scarcroft Village Development Working Group and or the Scarcroft Parish Council.

of 25 Table of contents

Declaration of information integrity 2

Acknowledgements 4

Background to the work of the sub-group 5

Abstract 6

Methodology adopted of assessment 7

Analysis of site assessments 9

Conclusions 14

Recommendations 16

Conservation issues 18

Appendices

Appendix 1 Table of site category groups with sites 20

Appendix 2 Table of researchers 21

Appendix 3 Change Control management 22

Appendix 3 Assessment reports for all sites 23

of 25 Acknowledgements

The leader of the sub-group acknowledges the considerable work and help provided by the sub-group team members on an individual and collective basis and they are, Peter Campbell, Gary Jameson, Malcolm Lobley, Isobel Shirley, and Paul C Thompson.

Considerable help has been provided by other agencies and bodies through the provision of information and access to archival records that have been invaluable in researching sites to be protected. These include, Robert Chester Director Babcock International Group, Ian Jelley, Conservation Programme Manager (South & West Yorkshire) of the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, Vicky Worsnop of Evans Property Group, Leeds, Hazel Hill (nee Green), Archaeological Research Paper, Pompocali Environs, published in 2011 and extracts of the paper can be accessed through the internet (www. pompocaliandhetchell.co.uk), Jayne Marsden Librarian Yorkshire Post Newspapers Ltd, Jeremy Good Director England & Lyle, Tori Titheridge Fine & Country Leeds, Ameena Mughal, archive assistant, WYAAS, archive assistant, WYAAS, Wakefield, James Goodall, late of T D Goodall, Beech Farm, Scarcroft, R. Bryant (Mrs), lived in Scarcroft during the post war years prior to her marriage at which stage she left the area, Juliana Ewin (Mrs), resident of Oaklands Manor, Joanna Pitman, Scarcroft Lodge provides all the creature comforts, Harry S Wylie, A history of Scarcroft and Bardsey 1916 -1920,

We thank all those residents of Scarcroft and those of other agencies that have helped team members in the work of this exercise; their assistance has been most valuable.

of 25 Background to the work of the sub-group

At a meeting of the Scarcroft Village Development Working Group (SVDWG) that was held on the 8th September 2012, R S Shirley agreed to establish a team from the working group to investigate, and advise the SVDWG as to which sites within the boundary of the village, warrant preservation and or restoration.

A survey had been devised under the patronage of the SVDWG to identify both the attitudes and aspirations of the villagers towards additional housing and amenities within their village of Scarcroft. Responses from the villagers in the survey identified a number of sites which in their opinion did warrant preservation and these ranged from specific houses to footpaths. This information from the survey was to form the basis of the work of the sub-group. During the course of the investigations other sites were added to the list for assessment. The first meeting of the sub-group was held on the 8th October 2012, and the team comprised, six people with one change to membership between then and the conclusion of the work.

The sub-group was warranted to advise the SVDWG in the form of a report that would form part of and support the Neighbourhood Plan that is intended to represent the wider wishes of villagers to the authorities of the Leeds City Council regarding any future development of the village of Scarcroft.

of 25 Page 6 of 25 Abstract

The sub-group was asked to examine altogether 30 sites by way of the resident’s survey, and a further nett of 1 was added during the course of the investigation. Sites were evaluated based on an agreed set of criteria and convention designed to shift sites that warrant preservation taking in to account features that promote a sense of essence, both within the community of the village and the larger life interest within the district as a whole. It takes into account local history and to reflect social economic development. Some sites attracted low marks and are therefore not considered to be as worthy of preservation as others.

The report describes in detail the methodology chosen to analyse the relative merits of one site over another. The processes used for the evaluation and rating called on the widely respected Burra Charter from Australia, and a home grown systemic model of marking that aimed to accommodate degrees of variation in classifying sites. The Charter provides inter alia definitions that promote means of looking at different types of sites on a more equal basis, thereby differences in type become less important.

An analysis of each of the assessments has been undertaken by each parent researcher and the outcomes of this work have been subjected to multiple peer reviews. The process has been devised to instil objectivity and enhance the quality of outcomes. No sites had been discarded at that stage.

The conclusions reached by the members of sub-group is provided with commentary dealing with the limitations encountered affecting some of the work. Some historical observations have been provided that on a broader level provides a glimpse to the origins of Scarcroft.

The recommendations of the report are provided in detail that identifies some 28 sites attracting a red flag thus reflecting the importance of these to the essence and cultural history of the village. ,A further 3 sites are provided that have been awarded an amber flag, these reflect a group that is only marginally different to their peer sites shown with the higher rating. In addition to the listing of sites identified above, the recommendations also identify two areas for action by the SVDWG and the Parish Council in respect to two sites that in opinion of the sub-group merit special consideration, they are the Scarcroft Water Mill and the remaining tracks within the Parish of Scarcroft, of the redundant railway line, details of which are provided elsewhere in the report, see the chapter headed Recommendations.

of 25 Methodology adopted for assessment

The work of the project has been divided into three phases, investigation, assessment and the production of a report of its findings with recommendations as to the approach that should be observed by the SVDWG. Some thirty sites had been identified by those that had returned their completed survey forms; some had been identified by a specific name i.e. The Manor House and others by a generic reference, such as footpaths for example. The term site in respect to this project is defined as place, on which a specific building exists of historic or architectural interest or a location that is special in terms of its cultural significance, amenity value or is fundamental to the essence of the locality and therefore it is of special interest to the inhabitants of Scarcroft, and in some cases the wider district.

What do we mean in the context of this investigation by the term sites of cultural significance? We have used the Australian Burra Charter as a basis to define the term. The Burra Charter is probably the most significant document of the last thirty years on the basic principles and procedures for the conservation of heritage places. It provides a guiding philosophy for the care of heritage sites and has been widely adopted as the standard guidelines for heritage conservation practice in many parts of the world. The Burra Charter provides the following definition of cultural significance:

Cultural significance means aesthetic, historic, scientific, social or spiritual value for past present or future generations. Cultural significance is embodied in the place itself, its fabric, setting, use, associations, meanings, records, related places and related objects.

The sub-group researchers have attempted to evaluate the historical significance of the sites examined and their setting in terms of local history based upon analysis and local understandings. The work has included tangible documentary and physical evidence, including intangible historical and social associations. Local residents have been an invaluable source of information.

Historical significance encompasses the importance of the relationship of a site to the evolving pattern of our cultural or natural history, or has a strong or special association with the life or work of a person, or group of persons of importance in our cultural or natural history.

A strength that the Burra Charter can provide is that it enables consideration to be given to sites that at one level do not appear suitable candidates as being of worth in terms of their value in respect of heritage An example of the translation of the above definition is a site such as the Scarcroft Water Mill that today comprises a collection of ruins that only roughly resembles a mill; however, its significance in the context of the development of Scarcroft as reflected in the context of work heritage as a mirror of rural life in West Yorkshire and its unique contribution to the understanding the essence of the village is inestimable

of 25 The essence of a locality includes the spirit of a locality that is reflected in how local people see themselves in the context of the place they live, the type of place it is, its social and political boundaries, its appetite to change, and what makes its feeling of wellbeing.

Six groups were formed under which sites were categorised. The groups identified and sites are shown below:

Group A Sites of historic importance Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance Group C Areas of special interest Group D Existing leisure amenities Group E Village social infrastructure Group F Too good to lose

Each team member (the researcher) undertook responsibility to manage the assessment of sites within specific groups where the process of analysis at the start of the work was standardised across all. The researcher has been required to complete a form for each site and includes a heading, Sources and site references, this particular feature is most important in that it assists the reader of the report to judge the creditability and worth of statements made by the researcher.

The relevance to the village of the selected sites has been assessed by the researcher and other members of the sub-group members based on a process evaluation. Each site has been awarded points on a scale of 0 to 10 where 0 is the lowest level of perceived relevance to the village and 10 the highest. As a scale of this type can be arbitrary, however, it was considered that the following scale of classification is likely to provide a more balanced outcome Scale 0, 1, 2, 3 to be set as a site of low perceived relevance (green), Scale 4, 5, 6 to be a site of medium perceived relevance (amber), and Scale 7, 8, 9, 10 to be a site of high perceived relevance to the village (red).

The three classifications are prioritised based on a traffic light control colour system for ease of use. The score attributed to each site was given in the first place by the researcher. The level awarded has then been subject to peer review at sub-group meetings. Part of the peer review process is to evaluate each site against the criteria set above. The principles that have guided the judgement of the members in identifying which sites should be preserved include the following:

 Sites that through their existence maintain or support the essence of Scarcroft in terms of the village’s aesthetical appeal, heritage and community values,

 Sites that are of national importance arising from architectural and or historical values, and

 Sites that provide to the inhabitants of Scarcroft leisure outlets and spaces for encouraging community cohesion,

The individual researcher is required to quantify the broader benefits associated with the site.

of 25 Analysis of site assessments

In assessing the merits of sites as to whether they possess a level of perceived relevance to the village and therefore they should be preserved, is in some cases both difficult and subjective, from the perspective of the individual sub-group members when awarding marks. One person can see a pile of old stones as just that, whereas to another person, sees that same pile as representing a ruin of great historic value. Other cases involving fine old houses are easier and less subject of wider debate. The judgements made by members of the sub-group as to the merits of sites must be seen by the wider community as being sensible and sustainable. The members have striven to achieve these objectives based on the methodology described above.

Group A Sites of historic importance This group comprises five sites identified by the inhabitants of the village through the returns of the Neighbourhood Plan survey, and the list is supported by the sub-group members as being complete.

Pompocali (Marks awarded 9) There is very little good reliable information available as to the origins or purpose of Pompocali or indeed whether or not the site justifies such attention by us. We know that it is very old and by its nature and location it lends itself to such speculation. Opinions vary as to the merit or otherwise of the site. We believe that the range of arguments and speculation that surrounds the site justify some serious investigation by those with the appropriate experience. The sub-group members hold the opinion that the site has value to Scarcroft and merits an award of 9 points and is perceived to have a high perceived relevance to the village in terms of historically importance as well as a location for leisure.

Post Office Row (Marks awarded 7) The Row has some significance to the social back ground of the village and its demise could reflect the shift of activity away from the country houses to a new village centre in the vicinity of the New Inn. In such a case as this, the perceived relevance the Row to the village are the remaining old cottages and their style of architecture and general good condition a mark of 7 has been awarded.

Roman Roads (Marks awarded 10) These roads are clearly of huge importance to the village as the earliest indication of civilisation. What exists of these remains (see the Site Assessment for details) must be preserved for future research to answer questions about the use and their historical context. The sites were awarded 10 marks

Rowley Grange Farm (Marks awarded 4) The farm buildings are uninhabited and are essentially in a state of ruin. They occupy a segment of land that runs aside the A58 road and faces on to arable fields. The land which is owned by Evans Property Group, Leeds, forms part of the farm that is leased to another party for agricultural purposes. The sub-group members are of the opinion that what remains of

of 25 Rowley Grange Farm is so little of what constituted the original scope of buildings, that it merits an award of 4 marks and to be a site of medium perceived relevance only.

Scarcroft Barr Tollhouse (Marks awarded 10) Despite the past failures of the village Parish Council to persuade other authorities and organisations as to the merits of providing assistance to help preserve the Scarcroft Barr Tollhouse, we believe its preservation to be a proper matter to pursue

Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance This group comprises fourteen sites identified by the inhabitants of the village through the returns of the Neighbourhood Plan survey, and the list comprises of properties some of which have been listed by English Heritage. The list has been amended during the course of research and is supported by the sub-group members as being complete.

Beacon Hill house (Marks awarded 10) Thought to be the first house on Scarcroft’s prestige Ling Lane it was likely to have been built on the site of an earlier property called Beacon Grove. As a listed building it is of great historical interest for the village. A mark of 10 is awarded

Beaconsfield Villas (Marks awarded 9) This is an excellent example of Victorian architecture. Scarcroft has grown enormously since the 1960’s and it is therefore important to retain this building. It is on the edge of the Castle Mona development which is yet to take place. The aspect will be altered by this new development but it is still an architecturally important structure. A mark of 9 is awarded.

Castle Mona (Marks awarded 8) The house is not visible from the Wetherby Road so it is a property not seen by many people who visit Scarcroft. As a Grade II listed building it is protected and is architecturally vital for Scarcroft to retain. A mark of 8 is awarded

Eltofts Farm (Marks awarded 8) Although lying just outside the Scarcroft Parish boundary, the site is a notable historic site and should be retained. This will also help to keep the character of the village being visible from the main A58 road. A mark of 8 is awarded.

Heath House (Marks awarded 8) The house is one of the many properties in Scarcroft that are hidden gems. This Georgian property is an important part of Scarcroft and worthy of protection. A mark of 8 is awarded.

Manor House (Marks awarded 6) The property was identified by the residents of the village as being noteworthy in terms of the history of the locality. The building is ordinary in appearance and size and commands no particular architectural or historical importance. On that basis the sub-group team awarded the site 6 marks, and to be set as a site of medium perceived relevance to the village.

of 25 Marlborough House (Marks awarded 6) The property was identified by the residents of the village as being noteworthy in terms of the history of the locality. The building is ordinary in appearance and size and commands no particular architectural or historical importance. On that basis the sub-group team hold the site to be rated 6, and to be set as a site of medium perceived relevance to the village.

Moat Hall (Marks awarded 8) A detached well established residence that is off the beaten track that has been enlarged over the years. Nonetheless it is a historic building on a historic site and should therefore be retained. A mark of 8 is awarded.

Oaklands Manor (Marks awarded 10) The architectural merit of this house is noteworthy due largely to the excellent condition of plaster work and decoration and is representative of a neo- classical residence of that period. It is appropriate to award Oaklands Manor a mark of 10. The house is a site of high perceived relevance to the village.

Scarcroft Grange (Marks awarded 10) The house is perhaps one of the oldest buildings in the village, albeit there is very little information available as to its origin. Following the change in nature to the house in 1954, the property has been well maintained. Scarcroft Grange is a nationally recognised house as the birth place of Sue Ryder and merits special consideration. The site is rated at 10 marks, and to be of high perceived relevance to the village.

Scarcroft Lodge (Marks awarded 10) Scarcroft Lodge is need of considerable restorative work. The members of the sub-group feel that the house does have an historical importance to the village. Scarcroft Lodge is a reflection of the wealthy professional classes in Victorian Yorkshire reflecting their development of estates in Scarcroft of villas set in garden grounds. It could be a rare example of the influence of Quaker principles on the design of a county villa. The site has been awarded 10 marks, and to be of high perceived relevance to the village.

Scarcroft Manor (Marks awarded 10) Of all the houses included in these assessment, Scarcroft Manor is by far the most remarkable regarding its condition and the preservation of its original architectural and decorative features. It was built as a grand house during the time when Scarcroft was becoming recognised as a very desirable area to live. There could have been an earlier house built on the current site that could establish it as the historical seat of the Lord of the Manor. The site has been awarded 10 marks, and to be of high perceived relevance to the village.

Scarcroft Water Mill (Marks awarded 9) Though whilst the Scarcroft Mill is now in ruin and little of its history is known, the Group feel that it does have an historical importance to the village. Few mills of this type still exist at all and there we believe it would of benefit to the culture of the village for the land owner, the Bramham Park Estate, to preserve it for the future as a testament of its past rural significance. The site is rated at 9, and to be of high perceived relevance to the village.

of 25 The Gatehouses (Marks awarded 8) It is important that the two gatehouses are seen in the context of Scarcroft Lodge. The component parts of Scarcroft Lodge and the total setting should be respected, retained and enhanced where possible. The site has been awarded 8 marks, and to be of high perceived relevance to the village.

Group C Areas of special interest This group comprises five sites identified by the inhabitants of the village through the returns of the Neighbourhood Plan survey and members of the sub-group. The list has been amended during the course of research and is supported by the sub-group members as being complete.

Fishpond (Marks awarded 10) The lake is currently used for private fishing; and it provides a haven for wildlife. It is a pleasing feature for people using the various footpaths in the area, linking Thorner, Scarcroft and Eltofts. In private ownership the fishing is not generally available but the Fish Pond should be retained as a local feature. It has been awarded 10 marks.

Hetchell Woods (Marks awarded 10) The site is the home to rare and near rare species and is a treasure house of the fruits of nature. It provides considerable value to the residents of Scarcroft in terms of a leisure amenity that is unique and well worth preservation. The site has been awarded 10 marks, to be a site of high perceived relevance to the village.

Scarcroft Plantations (Marks awarded 9)) The site is well used by local people being within easy walking distance of the village. It provides a most pleasant area for walking, and it is highly relevant to the village. A mark of 9 has been awarded.

Group D Existing leisure amenities This group comprises four sites identified by the inhabitants of the village through the returns of the Neighbourhood Plan survey and members of the sub-group. The list includes some areas that have come about through past rail line closures that were part of the Beeching cuts. No agreement exists with the land owner as to what these strips of land can be used for, albeit the general public do use them for recreational purposes.

.All footpaths and bridleways (Marks awarded 10) Well used amenity. It is important that we retain all footpaths and bridleways. The site has been awarded 10 marks.

Cricket ground (Marks awarded 10) The club is an excellent amenity that could be developed to provide some alternative sporting facilities. The club is currently the home of the Croquet Club. The ground should be retained even if the Npower site is developed further. So a score of 10 is recommended for this site.

of 25 Page 14 of 25 Golf club (Marks awarded 10) An amenity that is very popular and well used in Scarcroft. Since it is so well established it seems unlikely the Golf Club will change significantly in the coming years. A score of 10 marks has been awarded.

Old railway line (Marks awarded 9) The land of the old lines is privately owned and is worth retaining for public access and leisure activities in general including, walkers, horse riders and cyclists. On the basis that a change to the status of the area to make it a right of way can be achieved a mark of 9 is awarded.

Group E Village social infrastructure This group comprises two sites identified by the inhabitants of the village through the returns of the Neighbourhood Plan survey and members of the sub-group. The sites shown under this heading should be seen in the context also of group D.

Pub, currently the New Inn (Marked awarded 10) A score of 9 is awarded to this site. It is the only public house and restaurant in Scarcroft.

Village Hall (Marks awarded 10) A score of 10 is awarded to this site. It is the only public available meeting facility in Scarcroft

Group F Too good to lose This group comprises two areas one of which is a specific site. Both areas have attracted 10 marks and are considered to be too good to loose.

Memorial Bus Shelter (Marks awarded 10) The memory of the death of Flying Officer Gough and his crew during World War 2, is important to the villagers of Scarcroft as was demonstrated in 2011 some sixty six years after the event. The bus shelter is well used by the public. The building is a reflection of a community expressing its gratitude to the bravery of a group of young men. In the light of these circumstances the site is awarded 10 marks and is classified as being of high relevance to the village.

Old telephone box (Marks awarded 10) Telephone Box is a K6 type introduced for the King George V Silver Jubilee in 1935. It has become a feature of the village and is retained to keep the character of the area. It has been awarded 10 marks.

Trees, flower beds and grassed areas (Marks awarded 10) Of huge importance to protect open grassed bedded areas and trees as part of the rural ambience of the village. The open spaces have been awarded 10 marks.

of 25 Conclusions

The sites taken from the survey and those added to the list during the course of the project in the main are houses and certain types of amenities, such as walks and some objects of nostalgic value such as the old telephone box. Our list of objects at one level does not appear to reflect the storey line of an active rural community as such. Rather the analysis reflects a collection of comparatively old houses with very little cohesive linkages to each other or with the community, local agriculture or society. There is an absence of old cottages or house as used by the working or tradesman classes and related infrastructure. These observations perhaps re-enforce the impression that the topology of Scarcroft is unlike the usual nature of a village. In the sense of a community, its history is small. In the mid-nineteenth century, Scarcroft seems likely to have comprised of some villa type houses with some farms and related cottage industry. It is this fundamental difference in the completeness of what comprised Scarcroft that is reflected in the development of the list of sites to be protected.

There is some history of note in the background to the origins of the village albeit they appear as fragments and which in part has influenced both the selection and assessment of sites. The area which today is locally known as Scarcroft had some links to the Roman period, namely that which was associated with their network of roads in this region. The various published accounts of the history and back ground of the site known as Pompocali can start heated exchanges between historians. The reality is that we do not know that much about the site, nevertheless it is worth protecting for its beauty and unusual character alone. Perhaps one day an archaeological dig will take place and all its mysteries will be revealed. Our research has revealed a potential link between Moat Hall and Scarcroft Water Mill, which could suggest a mill stood on the site of today’s old mill, back in medieval times that provided milling capacity to an earlier Moat Hall. Scarcroft as an independent standalone parish came in to being around 1687, with the sale by Sir Walter Vavasour of the Manor and Lordship of Scarcroft to the Ryther family. Unlike the majority of villages around Scarcroft its origins are shallow and perhaps this provides an explanation to issues raised at the beginning of the chapter.

The methodology adopted to scrutinise and evaluate assessments has been robust. Though whilst one can debate the merits of three or four marks per grade as a means of selecting a site to a category of low, medium, or high as opposed to a simple pass or fail; my judgement is that the extra flexibility it offers can lead to better judgements. The use of three bands for defining the intrinsic value of a site is useful in that it coincides with the planning methodology in use with the Leeds City Council, high value would be red, medium value would be amber and low value would be defined as green.

of 25 In terms of numerical population the largest group of sites recommended for protection is Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance, fourteen properties are included in this group. Researchers have not found this group easy to research and there are still gaps in our knowledge regarding the early history of some of the houses. The village is fortunate as all but one of the houses assessed are in a very good state of condition. The exception being Scarcroft Lodge, which is a grade two listed building that has been vandalised to a degree that could result in it being difficult to recover from in the context of cost. Two sites that are worthy of consideration are the Scarcroft Water Mill and the remnants of the redundant railway line. The mill is now a ruin. Some preservation of the site and visual recognition of its history could be of benefit to the local community. If no preservation to the site is undertaken, it is likely to become totally unrecognisable and fall into waste. The redundant railway line is owned by Ogden Demolition Contractors Ltd of Ossett, and which are widely used by walkers and cyclists, and is a leisure amenity in all but name that is valued by many in the community.

The sub-group has undertaken a large task which was completed in a comparatively short time. The work undertaken by researchers created a lot of interest in the history of Scarcroft and which is largely documented in this report. Care should be taken to retain the data provided here for future reference.

of 25 Recommendations

The sub-group for sites to be protected has completed its work in accordance with its terms of reference as orally stated by the Chairwoman of the SVDWG on the 8th September 2012. The group examined altogether 30 sites and a further 3 were added during the course of the investigation. Through a process of review the list of sites was rationalised and some sites amalgamated bringing about a final total of standalone sites totalling 31. Sites were evaluated based on an agreed set of criteria and convention designed to shift sites that warrant preservation taking in to account features that promote a sense of essence both within the community of the village and the larger life interest within the district as a whole, taking into account local history and to reflect social economic development. Some sites attracted low marks and are therefore not considered to be as worthy of preservation as others.

Some 28 sites attracted the highest marks awarded and reflect sites of outstanding relevance to the village and indeed the local district. These sites warrant preservation and good stewardship in order to guarantee their long term future. The sites are designated red and comprise:

Group A Sites of historic importance (4) Pompocali (Marks awarded 9) Roman Roads (Marks awarded 10) Post Office Row (Marks awarded 7) Scarcroft Barr Tollhouse (Marks awarded 10)

Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance (12) Beacon Hill house (Marks awarded 10) Beaconsfield Villas (Marks awarded 9) Castle Mona (Marks awarded 8) Eltofts Farm (Marks awarded 8) Heath House (Marks awarded 8) Moat Hall (Marks awarded 8) Oaklands Manor (Marks awarded 10) Scarcroft Grange (Marks awarded 10) Scarcroft Lodge (Marks awarded 10) Scarcroft Manor (Marks awarded 10) Scarcroft Water Mill (Marks awarded 9) The Gatehouses (Marks awarded 8)

Group C Areas of special interest (3) Fishponds (Marks awarded 10) Hetchell Woods (Marks awarded 10)

of 25 Scarcroft Plantations (Marks awarded 9))

Group D Existing leisure amenities (4) All footpaths and bridleways (Marks awarded 10) Cricket ground (Marks awarded 10) Golf club (Marks awarded 10) Old railway line (Marks awarded 9)

Group E Village social infrastructure (2) Pub, currently the New Inn (Marked awarded 10) Village Hall (Marks awarded 10)

Group F Too good to lose (3) Old telephone box (Marks awarded 10) Memorial Bus Shelter (Marks awarded 10) Trees, flower beds and grassed areas (Marks awarded 10)

A second group was identified as being sites of medium perceived relevance to the village and to the local district. The difference between the two groups in terms of perceived relevance to the village is not great. Nevertheless, these sites do not process the characteristics that attract a broad appeal from the perspective of conservation and protection.

Group A Sites of historic importance (1) Rowley Grange Farm (Marks awarded 4)

Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance (2) Marlborough House (Marks awarded 6) Manor House (Marks awarded 6)

Two sites that are worthy of consideration are the Scarcroft Water Mill and the remnants of the redundant railway line have been previously identified in this report for special attention. The sub-group earnestly recommend to both the SVDW and the Scarcroft Parish Council, that action is taken regarding the mill site and to include visual recognition of its history. In addition, we urge that there is discussion held with Ogden Demolition Contractors Ltd of Ossett with the objective of securing a long term agreement over the use of the redundant railway line as an amenity facility.

In light of the work undertaken by the sub-group the SVDW and the Scarcroft Parish Council are recommend to adopted the rulings provided in respect to sites to be protected as detailed in this report.

of 25 Conservation issues

On the 22nd April members the Sub-group met Matt Bentley, the City of Leeds Conservation Officer for the area including Scarcroft. The meeting had been arranged to exchange information between parties regarding sites of interest and discuss the potential for changes to the boundary of the village’s current conservation area. The current boundary of the conservation area was walked by some of the party with Matt Bentley. In regard to Conservation Areas within the context of the Neighbourhood Plan, much of the work focus falls within the remit of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990. The plan will define what buildings and sites with their surroundings merit conservation.

The blue area represents the current Conservation Area

The scope of conservation policy in respect to Scarcroft has historically centred on one area of the village that accommodates the majority of old country style houses and their related boundaries. The area selected has been centred on the old loci of the village that was based

of 25 around Post Office Row that was opposite to the area of Scarcroft Lodge and Scarcroft Manor House.

Other sites in the village albeit they are of a different nature do appear to have been ignored, but nevertheless in the opinion of the sub-group team they are of significance to the heritage of the locality and should be included. The additional area proposed is shown on the map below, and would include, Pompocali, Moat Hall, Oaklands Manor and Scarcroft Water Mill. All three sites are recognised within the village as being of importance in terms of their historical legacy.

The boundary shown in red represents the additional area proposed for inclusion in the new Scarcroft Conservation Area

The sub-group team has expressed concern over the lack of care exhibited by the current owner of Scarcroft Lodge, elsewhere in this report. The state of the building inside the Lodge is much neglected, it has clearly been vandalised, and there appears to be no provision by the owner to reverse matters. In respect to listed buildings, the Secretary of State has certain powers to take action in such cases of neglect. He or she may authorise the appropriate authority to acquire compulsorily under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990, the building and any relevant land; or may himself or herself compulsorily acquire them under the Act.

of 25 Page 22 of 25 Appendix 1

Table of site category groups with sites

Group A Sites of historic importance Pompocali Post Office Row Roman Roads Rowley Grange Farm Scarcroft Barr Tollhouse

Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance Beacon Hill house Beaconsfield Villas Castle Mona Eltofts Farm Heath House Marlborough House Manor House Moat Hall Oaklands Manor Scarcroft Grange Scarcroft Lodge Scarcroft Manor Scarcroft Water Mill The Gatehouses

Group C Areas of special interest Fishponds Hetchell Woods Scarcroft Plantations

Group D Existing leisure amenities All footpaths and bridleways Cricket ground Golf club Old railway line

Group E Village social infrastructure Pub, currently the New Inn Village Hall

Group F Too good to lose Memorial Bus Shelter Old telephone box Trees, flower beds and grassed areas

of 25 Appendix 2 Table of researchers

Researchers R S Shirley (RSS) P C Thompson (PCT) D Cross (DC) P Campbell (PC) M Lobley (ML)

Group A Sites of historic importance Pompocali (RSS) Post Office Row (DC) Roman Roads (ML) Rowley Grange Farm (RSS) Scarcroft Barr Tollhouse (RSS)

Group B Listed buildings and other buildings of architectural importance Beacon Hill house (ML) Beaconsfield Villas (PC) Castle Mona (PC) Eltofts Farm (PC) Heath House (ML) Marlborough House (RSS) Manor House (RSS) Moat Hall (PCT) Oaklands Manor (RSS) Scarcroft Grange (RSS) Scarcroft Lodge (RSS) Scarcroft Manor (RSS) Scarcroft Water Mill (RSS) The Gatehouses (RSS)

Group C Areas of special interest Fishponds (PC) Hetchell Woods (RSS) Scarcroft Plantations (PC)

Group D Existing leisure amenities All footpaths and bridleways (PC) Cricket ground (PC) Golf club (PC) Old railway line (PC)

Group E Village social infrastructure Pub, currently the New Inn (PCT) Village Hall (PCT)

Group F Too good to lose Memorial Bus Shelter (RSS) Old telephone box (PC) Trees, flower beds and grassed areas (ML)

of 25 Appendix 3

Change control management

The report (version 1) was issued to the Chair of the SVDWG and the Scarcroft Parish Council on the 30 th June 2013, and the sub-group held its Editorial Forum on th 12 th August. At the Editorial Forum new information became available in respect to two sites, Oaklands Manor and Roman Roads, and the site assessments have been amended. It was also agreed that the report which is made up of six parts should be subject to a change control system.

Any future changes to the content of the document will result in an upgrade and will be indicated through a change to version level with the date of amendment, which is shown on the face page of the report.

The various responsibilities for the document post publication falls to two separate entities the Owner and Report Authority. The Owner of the report initially is the Chair of the SVDWG, and post issue of the Village Plan, it is the Clerk to the Parish Council. The Owner is responsible for all matters of distribution, usage, and copy right.

The Report Authority is the Sites to be Protected sub-group that would be re-convened on an ad-hock basis to undertake advices from either the Chair of the SVDWG or the Clerk of the Parish Council. The Report Authority is responsible for the content, integrity and version control of the report. The need for changes to the document comes to the Chair of the sub- group, via the Chair of the SVDWG or the Clerk to the Parish Council. These would be considered by the Sub-Group members and changes that are agreed would be added and distributed to an approved small list of people. The small lists for distribution of amendments comprise members of the sub-group and Clerk to the Parish Council. It is recognised that the Chair of the SVDWG or the Clerk to the Parish Council may wish to issue the report to other people, in such cases responsibility to the maintenance of such documents lies with those Officers.